Shopping advices

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Hi everyone!

 

I'm software developer but have no (or little) clue about electronics & electricity, and would like to dive into the SBC world. I still don't have a goal other than have fun and support this community during my free time. I probably need to buy some devices (my budget is limited):

• A voltmeter
• A soldering station. Which filler material is more appopriate?
• An USB-to-TTL adapter to debug the serial output. Specs?
• Last but not least: an SBC! Which one is good but currently lacks support from this community?
• Something else?

 

Thank you for your advices!