There was a time when I thought weekly options are great because it's easier to predict the short term than the far future. Then I noticed the short term tends to be riddled with unexpected events that are hard to describe statistically (at least I couldn't), while the longer term tends to follow some statistics to a much higher degree.
Unfortunately I don't have any generic advantages to offer. Q: are any good links around to get up to speed on Trading Weekly Options Expirations? A: when weeklies were introduced I applied my strategy for monthlies and evolved from there Q: simulated trading platforms? info sources? A: I used same monthlies Q: typical setups? tips, tricks, traps? examples of good, bad, and ugly trades, telltale signs? A: everything I experienced was unique to my strategy ... I don't have anything generic to offer Q: learning curve? A: depends on how efficiently you back-test, and roll what you learn into simulated trading A: for funded trading add risk management and discipline