Need guidence for Splunk Concepts

After completing a splunk training course, I find myself grappling with certain concepts, particularly those related to data parsing, search optimization, and dashboard creation. I'm eager to sharpen my understanding in these areas to become more proficient in utilizing Splunk effectively. If anyone has valuable insights, resources, or tips to share regarding data parsing, search optimization, or dashboard creation in Splunk, I would greatly appreciate it. Additionally, if you've encountered similar challenges during your Splunk training journey, I'd love to hear about your experiences and how you tackled them. Thank you all for your support and guidance! Best regards, stevediaz