I started out reading new grower journal's, lot's of them as new grower's have the least experience and the most problem's and AFN folk's like to help. by doing this I avoided most noob issue's. and read the sticky's, lot's of good info. then decide how much you have to spend on the equipment you'll need. you don't need to break the bank, just the best you can afford. you can alway's upgrade a little at a time.soil,hydro,light's,tent or diy cab are all thing's that need to be considered. but what you'll need most is knowledge and that my friend is all FREE! right here on AFN. welcome to your new obsession