Also, learn the scales in different positions on the neck and combine different positions as you go. I started playing the G major scale in the first position going up two octaves then, I played the first 3 notes (G, A,
on the 6th string and took it from there (2nd position). I,ve begun to see more clearly the whole step/ half step relevancy on the neck because of that. When changing positions, use open strings when possible to assist the move without missing a beat. Try playing a scale on the same string up and down. It'll help you understand when to change hand position.