Hi @Christopher_SNHU! Welcome to the Unreal Universe!
Although Unreal Engine as a lot to unpack, mastering the ropes should be a fulfilling and exciting experience given your level of past experience and inspiration.
Don’t hesitate to discuss, or ask questions in the forums. This community is incredibly active, and has lots of archived information that goes back as far as 2014. Using the forums will a great asset to develop and build your projects.
All the best with your future 