There is lots of good advice and info on here plus plenty of members all too willing to help with any problems.
Remember, search is your friend. If you can't find the answer you need and you post a question then give as much info as you can to help members help you i.e. iPad 1 or 2, etc. and iOS version and name of app if the problem is with a specific app........and please don't forget to read the forum rules http://www.ipadforums.net/forum-rules-help-info/2119-forum-rules-everybody-please-read.html
If you have other Apple products or are interested in other Apple kit then why not join our sister forum too at http://www.appleforums.net/ and for iPhone users, come and join in the discussion over at http://www.iphoneforums.net
G'day Jim and welcome to the forum. Working out well is a bit of a two-way street. Should you have any questions about your iPad, don't hesitate to post about that. You'll be surprised at the friendly and helpful responses you could get.
On the other hand, maybe introduce yourself, eg what country you live in. And then maybe make any comments about your iPad or make any contributions you feel like to inform or assist others. It'll work out well and you'll learn about that nice iPad and have fun at the same time. There are interesting sub-forums you can enjoy. And of course, read the forum rules.
Regards, Andrew