Can you suggest some DIY PC specs for 1) Value, and 2) Future 'upgradability'?

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Hi,

I'm considering building a new desktop PC from components. For the last 7/8 or so years I have almost exlusively used laptops, and so have fallen behind a bit with knowledge of various hardware technologies.

Anyway, now I'm considering building a new desktop machine. Mainly for development work, but also would be nice to do a bit of gaming. The two main criteria are:

I would like the first build to be relatively low cost.
I would like to select components that will allow me to upgrade in the future without throwing too much away.

Can anyone recommend a setup?

Thanks

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