blackjack looked easy until i actually tried learning it

i used to watch blackjack videos and think the decisions looked pretty straightforward. then i actually spent time learning the rules and realized there was more to understand than just knowing when to hit or stand.

learning basic strategy made the game more interesting for me because i started understanding why certain decisions are recommended. obviously knowing strategy doesnt guarantee a win but it makes the experience feel less random from a decision making perspective. what resources helped you learn blackjack when you first started