Found this beginner guide pdf online and it actually made sense of all the confusing stuff I was reading before.
Finally understand what calls and puts actually mean. The examples were simple enough to follow.
Anyone else start with pdfs or guides like this? Thinking about trying some small trades now.
Books and PDFs saved my ass when I started trading after getting wrecked in crypto.
My first options trade was a $5 Apple put that expired worthless, but all that reading helped me understand what went wrong instead of just freaking out.
That knowledge stopped me from revenge trading with bigger money.
Theory only gets you halfway there. Use a demo account next. Start with $1 trades maximum. Track every move and result in a spreadsheet.
Smart move learning the basics first. PDFs beat YouTube videos and random forum posts every time.
Start with tiny trades when you go live. Real money hits different than theory - you’ll see.
Took weeks to stop second-guessing everything read in those guides.
Reading first is a smart move. Skipping that can lead to losing money quickly. Focus on understanding calls, puts, expiry times, and basic chart patterns before putting real cash at risk. After going through the PDF, use a demo account to practice with virtual money. Aim for consistency and profitability there before you move on to live trades. Start with small amounts, like $1-2 per trade.
Demo accounts help, but I lost $20 in my first two days as well.