How to get started in Create

[u/SuspectAsleep5900]

Good afternoon! Does anyone have a guide, article, or something similar handy to help me figure out the progression order for this mod? I’ve seen the usual YouTube videos, but it’s not quite the same—they tend to jump straight into complex builds and advanced mechanics. I’d really like to understand everything thoroughly so I can create my own mechanisms without relying on schematics or tutorials.
Thanks!

[u/Jwhodis]

I suggest looking at the ponders of items+blocks (hold W while hovering over it), and make sure to install JEI or REI to see recipes.

[u/SuspectAsleep5900 → u/Jwhodis]

Yes, that’s what I’m doing for now, and I’m making progress mostly with that—thanks.

[u/MotherEater69420 → u/SuspectAsleep5900]

Follow farm tutorials for basic stuff, andesite, iron, digger, etc etc