Gunslinger is way different than most people on their first post. They actually discovered TFP, read up on TFP, received their test kit and started tackling their own problem before their first post. Good job and welcome!
As others have said, I would tackle the SLAM and clear up your pool before closing. Then you can read up on closing and figure out if that is something else you can tackle.
PS - I'm guessing you already have found the SLAM article, but just in case:
We’ve all had to deal with a green pool. Clear algae from your pool with a SLAM! Read here to use shock level and maintain to clear your pool.
www.troublefreepool.com