I coded in c++ for a while so I know the language , but c++ in unreal is so much different, I need guidance on what I should do, and how I should about learning Unreal.
C++ in unreal is not different (you can actully use standard C++ library bit it’s not recommend), only APIs are which you need to relearn.
Since you new to Unreal, maybe try to do something with blueprint first to learn UE4 game framework, otherwise you will have a trouble learning C++ side of things. So if oyu have toruble to start with UE4 start with that and try blueprints
Blueprints use same APIs are most blueprint functions are direct bindings of C++ functions, so you will learn C++ in same time.
Learn blueprint first it it easy, then try to learn C++
Take a look at these courses:
https://learn.unrealengine.com/course/3537752?r=False&ts=637218442181894105
https://learn.unrealengine.com/course/3537777?r=False&ts=637218442939833676
Agree with Blackforcedragon. I also recommend you to learn blueprints first.
You can find many starter courses on the Unreal Learning Platform: Epic Games