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Just try a clean rom the first time around. You will be happier in the long run. You will have much less (if any) software conflicts. After you get that down, try adding a few items at a time.
I have also flashed more times than I can count. It is flash memory, so there is a limit to how many times you can write to it, but there is no way you will ever reach that by flashing roms. Have fun!!!