Good Luck. Why not start a federation of your own, I'll be glad to pass along any advice you might want or need. Avoid joining the bigger well known federations (for now at least) until you learn how to play and don't get caught up in their politics. That being said you can still join IDC, GREF, or Allied Forces. All have a dated death warrant so tread carefully! These groups should be more than willing to offer you gameplay advice without you joining immediately too.