Hi Clayton,
well, I'm trying to compile my own module from scratch, I haven't found any suitable module or template to start with. I'm not a beginner (even though PrestaShop novice) but I'm learning on the fly. My 'module' is yet far away from being ready, it has too many limits. Currently I'm stuck with all the javascript and object model and controllers and I'm not sure if I'm on the correct track. OK, anyway, once I learn something new, I'll try to drop a message here.
SV.