1) Why did you want this particular machine? 2) What features did you specifically desire on your new machine? 3) What is the first thing you want to sew with this new machine? Now, look at your manual for the desired things you want to do with your new toy. Sew a quilt? How do you set up the machine for the perfect 1/4" straight seam? Want to embroider a design? Go to the manual and learn the step by step for that. My point is learn just one thing on or about your new machine and go to it. Soon it will all be second nature to you and taking lessons from your dealer may be the place to start. But above all enjoy the learning process.