> 1) Can I get all this integrated into a board?

It can be integrated on one PCB. I can't say whether *you* will be able
to do that.

> 2) If I do buy an LCD, do the controllers usually handle 
> C/basic code or assembly only?

The controller does not handle a language, it is controlled by juggling
its interface pins. how you do that is up to you. In some cases the
manufacturer might provide examples.

But you did not specify the type of LCD (HD44780-style character? small
graphic? VGA type?).

> What exactly goes into telling an LCD what to display?

depends on the LCD. the datasheet is your bible..

> Also, is this the 
> same case with the flash reader?

I have no experience with flash cards, but it will depend on the type
(MMC seems to be popular?). Plenty of code examples all over the www.

> How exactly does 
> do these deices all come together with the microcontroller?

connected by copper wires.

seriously, if you need to ask both this and about the programming, you
are in for a big challenge!

> 3) What will be the biggest hurdle with this device?

your experience in electronics and programming

> 4) Any good resources on the net on learning how to build this thing?

you will have to learn electronics and programming, lots of resources
for that. but you should be ready to spend a few years.

Wouter van Ooijen

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