How long have you been keeping Saltwater aquariums?

[Europhyllia]

I would argue that the wise...those with more experience... would likely have a more successful tank versus the book worm from the last year.

Probably. Plus it takes that long to learn (sometimes the hard way) that the less you mess with it the better. ;)
Like Smith said: it's dazzling to see all the gadgets, potions and options and easy to fall prey to thinking you need all that.
I do like my T5 fixture though...