Begin with the essentials
Learn how to prepare for prayer and start observing the five daily prayers as you learn. Practise Al-Fatiha a little at a time. If you cannot yet recite it or have a physical limitation, seek guidance about the appropriate concession; do not assume you must wait until your Arabic or movements are perfect.
Build a small daily rhythm
In your first week, read a short passage with its meaning, practise wudu, and ask a trusted teacher to walk through a prayer with you. A few focused minutes can be more manageable than trying to learn every detail at once. The checklist below is an optional learning aid, not a measure of faith.
Learn what applies to your circumstances
Islam’s foundations include prayer, zakah, fasting Ramadan, and pilgrimage for those able. Zakah depends on qualifying wealth and other conditions; Hajj depends on ability. Learn what applies to you with a qualified teacher. Avoid assuming every practice is immediately relevant in the same way.
Read the sources here
Qur’an buttons open the local text and translation. Hadith and scholarly notes are authored summaries, with the collection or source identified.