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Bravo on wanting to work on your craft and knowledge before diving into weddings. It is highly demanding work with a lot of pressure, but it can be immensely rewarding as well. I've been shooting weddings for 12 years and I still absolutely love it.
Many times wedding photographers are in need of non-shooting assistants. This can be a good way for you to both take photo classes while at the same time observe how a pro handles a wedding without the pressure to get images.
Like others have said, have a backup plan. You will need to ALWAYS be prepared for something going wrong, as you won't get a second chance. If you can't afford to buy two cameras at once, buy one and rent another, preferably the same model, so that you don't have to think about different controls if your main camera is out of commission. If going the Nikon route the D750 is a great option- small, light, a great sensor, and great autofocus. Nikon also makes a great stable of f1.8 prime lenses. They're priced really well for their performance. As to which ones to get- well, that will depend on what will become your style. I tend to shoot with a 35mm and 85mm for most of the day. Others like shooting with a 50mm and longer. As you practice you will learn what you like the best.
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