I would recommend giving Steem A to Z a read if you want to understand how Steem works and reading Steem Witness A to Z to finalize your understanding.

To read the most powerful thing I've ever wrote and read because most of it is simply quotes, I would give "Thank you Dan Larimer You are a great mentor!" a read. Then maybe try to connect back to me. Even if you where only to read my post about Dan.