Looking for help with my first bike

It will be cheaper to build your own bike if you use 2nd hand components. The question is whether you want to go through the extra effort - it's not actually that hard but will take longer due to having to source parts. If you want to learn mechanical skills there are tons of people on this person who will be able to help you in person. Befriend someone from your are by going to the drink nights and ask people.

Quick summary for My First Fixed™

1. Get a frame on ebay or the Classifieds on here
   
2. Build wheels (Wheel building class)
   
3. Put on crank and cog
   
4. Put on pedals and brake and whatever's left
   
5. Success
   
   
   
   

Oh Yeah Maybe I'll join you guys one night ..:)
Building a bike seems more possible now, and sounds more Personal..ha!
I'll try to stick with your steps! thanks!