Questions on knitting

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I want to ask a few questions on knitting as I am learning to do it and putting a lot of effort into learning.

What patterns (I think it’s what they called) would you recommend I learn? I want to keep it as simple as possible in terms of it does the job well it is meant to do and I learn the skills at a decent speed so I can make any items required no matter the circumstances for me and others. I am intending to go down the clothing route to over time learn to make clothing and footwear using other methods too.

What needles would you recommend if so how many? I have two needles so far which I am learning the basics at moment with knitting and want to take it further.

Any training courses you can recommend? If it will cost money to learn to make the items by hand I am prepared to pay reasonable amounts so I can learn.

What material would you recommend I knit with that would be best suited to last a long time, take a lot of wear and tear, be the best it can be with possible rainfall, light and warm?

Thank you if I have missed anything out let me know.