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Fortunately you are starting in a career that has thousands of documented content, video and books on the internet. I have been doing this around 25 years and one thing for sure, you never know it all.
Not sure where your headed but, usually someone starts with LL or youth ball, progress to HS and college and at some point decides if they want or can go further. That is up to you and what else you do in your life. If your aim is Pro Ball and your in your twenties or early thirtes, go for it.
There is so much literature out there it is unbelievable. BRD "Baseball rules Differences" by Car Childress is really good at explaining the rule differences between HS, NCAA and Pro. Good book. There are good books on positioning and mechanics. College Mechanics Manual. Look into NASO, National association of Sporting Officials. Membership gets you a monthly magazine for officials in all sports. Good Ins. coverage. Join a local Associatin.
Basically, be like a sponge and suck up any piece advice you can. Take it all in and develope a style that works for you and fits into the scheme of all the rules and systems you work.
Most importantly, dont be lazy, husltle, know the rules better than your girl friend or wife, and always try to be as professional as possible.
Good Luck
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