Heck Vern, you might as well just jump in. Sounds like you're getting started in the woodworking arena. Many of us started a little late, having done repairs and home DIY much of our lives. So as you get going, we'll try to be helpful and maybe save you a little pain and annoyance now and then.
I've attached a pdf that's about the 18 areas that really helped me accelerate the learning curve for me. It is specific to the USA, but the general principles apply. It has pictures.