Start with the basics. Learn the fret board and try to get a little theory in and some chords before anything else. Then work your way to accuracy and speed in chord switching. from there, scratch a bit on the fret board and get used to it with scales, and more theory on what you are doing with the scales.
Theory isnt important if you like to cover songs and impress the chicks, but believe me, know why you are doing what will sure pay off.
for example, youll be able to connect scales with a partner whos playing chords in a complete improvisation.