You gat a library here start by reading anywhere. You'll circle back to what you need. I do hydro, ebb and flow, with hydroton under 400 W in a closet. Been layin low for awhile, the wife..., and now I get to start soon as my beans arrive. Good luck and welcome again.
Welcome and as for the tips, well this place has a wealth of knowledge that is already posted. Some of the best growers on this planet have passed through this forum and left a piece of their wisdom behind.