Getting into skateboarding can be very daunting, and that's okay! Here are some helpful resources for all your skating needs
Freestyle Resources
Freestyle Tricktips
Freestyle Tricktips is operated by British freestyler Tony Gale. As the name implies, the website's main purpose is to give you freestyle trick tips. It also has a freestyle skateboard buying guide, as well as freestyle forums.
Waltz Skateboarding
Waltz Skateboarding is currently the most popular brand of freestyle decks around, designed by American freestyler Mike Osterman. This website also hosts a variety of trick tips.