I've had a couple of off line responses to my question about a primer. This might be a good opportunity for participants at all levels of expertise to mention the types of thing they wish they knew (had known) in starting or completing various projects.
It is important in a community like this that members not feel intimidated about raising simple questions or problems as well as complex or advanced. Don't be afraid to say what you think for the list as a whole!
Cheers. -dan