Bob,
I found the learning curve to be steep. Mostly, because I could not find things. Learning how to access data was also tuff for me. But I'm very happy I learned how to access data because it matches .NETs' way of getting to data. I think M$ copied Kylix/Delphi. I really did not get into writing Web apps but I did play with them. Over all I'd say don't spend any time on Kylix1 just use Kylix2. If you have any questions email me directly.
John