What to learn in what order..?

[Paddymctaff]

Hi everyone

First post here so just wanted to say what a quality site this is and a big thanks to everyone who contributes and helps each other out!

Anyway, my question is this. There is so much to learn for a beginner, in what order of aspects of the game would the more experienced players say it makes sense to focus on. For example, first is obviously what beats what, then perhaps betting, then pot odds, then position and so on...

Of course all aspects of the game have to be considered while at the table (or as much as ur knowledge will allow)There is just so much to learn it would be good to have some kind of logical progression of what to focus on away from the table, depending on what you have already studied and got to some level of grips with..

[acesinhole7]

Dealing hands to yourself to try and identify the nuts is great practice when you are starting out.

[Nightlight87]

1) What beats what, and knowing how valuable your hand actually is.
2) Learn what hands you should be raising preflop
3) Pot odds
4) Position
5) Implied odds

But you can't really learn one section by itself. You have to know what hands you should be playing, but you need to know your pot odds and implied odds to know whether or not the hand is worth continuing with. And to estimate your implied odds you need to be aware of your position as your draws are more likely to be paid off when you are in position.

So I'd recommend learning the basics of all of them before you start. And then I think you are good to go for micro-limits.

[Wardfish]

I have just posted on this very subject in my blog

In short, I dont think you can focus on any one concept.
For the long answer go to Poker4Rent

[PantsOnFire]

I would recommend that you go the Books and Publications forum.

The best way to start playing is to actually play at really low stakes while studiying the game from books and sites like this.

This site is good for answering specific questions about concepts or how to play a particular hand. Books are better for studying the game and progressing through that study.