Its an easy surface to work with, and will build up your skill and confidence. A second layer of glass over the bottom is recommended if you expect heavy use. Several coats of resin will be needed, after the first coat cures, to fill in the pores of the cloth. The hull can then be sanded smooth, broken loose from the building frame, and righted. Clean up the insides with a disc sander, and fiberglass to the same schedule as the outside.
Many good books are available for advice and ideas on finish work.
Look around and select a combination of bottom paint, waterline stripe, and interior finish that suits you.