This module should help people pick out parts for their computer by narrowing down their needs and performance expectations, then following a flowchart on which components they should shop for in which order. Ideally, the user should come out with components capable enough to run needed tasks, with some years of future proofing, without spending too much on overhead that the user will rarely use.

Avoid going into detail on how a component works unless the information the reader why they should choose one component over another.

Why Build a Computer?

Customizing your own computer will allow you to improve and replace components throughout the years, unlike a pre-built PC which will be extremely difficult to upgrade. Also, you generally get a cheaper build with quality parts for an even better performance.

What Programs Do You Want to Use?

• [ ] What is your main use(s) for a PC? Some examples include:
  • [ ] Blender and/or CAD
  • [ ] Video Editing
  • [ ] Coding and/or Game Development
  • [ ] Streaming
• [ ] What programs do you need?
  • [ ] Are the needed applications only available for certain processors?
  • [ ] It’s recommended to see the minimum/recommended PC components for the program you will use to know what to purchase.

Operating System

• [ ] What operating system do they want to run?
  • [ ] Make a module for setting up Linux OS

Recommended Component Picking Order

Brief explanation of the recommended order to pick components

Helpful Websites

• https://pcpartpicker.com/list/ - PCPARTPICKER helps users customize their PC and determine build problems (e.g. motherboard doesn’t fit in case, older component is incompatible with a newer component). The site also has easy-to-follow build guides for beginners.

List of Components Needed

CPU

• [ ] CPU
  • [ ] Intel vs AMD
• [ ] CPU Cooler

Case Size

• [ ] Case
  • [ ] Fitting Within a Limited Space
    • [ ] Desk Setup
  • [ ] Different case size standards