Reply to "Tools: what do I need?"

I'll second the jig saw.  Also, you must have a good pair of wire strippers (you have a soldering station, so you probably have these, but worth the mention).  Clamps are also helpful in many applications.  For example, you can use clamps and straight edge as a guide for your circular saw.  Another would be hole saw bits for your drill to drill holes through your benchwork for wiring.