Core Skills for all Pilots

Engineering 5: To maximize the power core.
Electronics 5: To maximize the CPU.
Energy Management 5: To maximize the capacitor capacity.
Energy Systems Operation 5: To maximize it's recharge rate.
Energy Grid Upgrades 5: Reduces CPU req. for power modules.
Mechanic 5: To maximize hull strength.
Shield Management 5: To maximize shield capacity.
Shield Operation 5: To maximize it's recharge rate.
Hull Upgrade 5: To maximize armor strength.

Damage Types to Fire on Enemies

Angel - Explosive
Blood - Thermal
Drones - EM
Gurista - Kinetic
Mercenaries - Thermal
Mordus - Thermal & Kinetic
Sansha - EM & Thermal

Damage Types Dealt by NPCs

Ammatar Navy - EM/Thermal
Amarr Navy - EM/Thermal
Angel Cartel - All Types
Blood Raider - Thermal/EM
Caldari - Kinetic/Thermal
Gallente - Kinetic/Thermal
Guristas - Kinet