I think the biggest barrier to educating yourself is being afraid to ask a stupid question. There are no stupid questions but there are plenty of off-topic, self aggrandising answers.
My advice to any newbie would be don't be afraid to ask the questions, ignore the replies that don't help and acknowledge the ones that do. Once the whole thing turns into a pissing contest move on to another thread. Don't give up, do your own research and once you know enough to contribute give a bit back.
My advice to any newbie would be don't be afraid to ask the questions, ignore the replies that don't help and acknowledge the ones that do. Once the whole thing turns into a pissing contest move on to another thread. Don't give up, do your own research and once you know enough to contribute give a bit back.