[Rwp] new to reaper - where to get started?

[Clement Chou]

Hey all. New to this whole music production thing and reaper in
particular. Was wondering if there are any tips to get started and or
tutorial podcasts that are updated with more current versions of the
program that show how to make a track or song? I know a fair bit about
live sound but don't know squat about digital editting and
workstations, so was wondering what tips would be gained from asking
here. I have the latest version of reaper, NVDA, and Osara installed.
For my audio setup I have right now a Line 6 Pod hd 300 which serves
as my audio interface, either through Line in or through USB. Two
guitars I can use, plus a Beatbuddy which I use live for my drum
tracks and probably here as well, for the amazing realism of the
sounds. Simple setup, but I think it should do the job to do some
basic recording, mixing, layering and uploading... if anyone has ideas
on how to get started, that'd be appreciated, especially in the finer
points of editting without any midi capable devices. Would also like
to figure out how to use nothing but my computer keyboard to add other
sounds if possible without too much trouble. I know this is a lot of
questions, but this is something new I thought I would try my hand at.
Appreciate all the help!