Working through a course with Dr. John Vial. He's got a good guided course: becomearoboticist.com There is a git repo for the class, but it's the outcome of the whole set of classes. I think he might have a free 5 day 'intro' class as well.

It’s an easy choice with ros1 going end of life so soon. Although I want to explore more open formats. Isaacsim. Mujoco. Maybe this new Genesis thing.

Ahh, thanks. I thought 'honey scam' was a phrase like 'honey pot'

What's this latest product that we should be on the lookout for and avoid? Or are you keeping quiet out of caution?

I've been wanting to do the same! Great idea about making it a new years resolution. Maybe I'll try to join you. Post a video on your progress!