pruning ?

[Utilityman]

My first grow is coming along nicely; about a ft' in height and many leaves flowering. I am wondering about pruning being needed if any at this stage ? Should I be snipping the small shoots starting in the throats of the stem (main) ??

[Mr.furley]

Don't cut anything until you know what your cutting.
the shoot your referring too are your buds, can you post pictures in natural light?

[Mr.furley]

https://www.growweedeasy.com/basics

https://www.growweedeasy.com/defoliation

[normanthyra]

My first grow is coming along nicely; about a ft' in height and many leaves flowering. I am wondering about pruning being needed if any at this stage ? Should I be snipping the small shoots starting in the throats of the stem (main) ??

I recommend cutting only the sick (with yellow or red spots) leaves, do not need to touch without knowing, as Mr.furley wrote above. Attach photos and circle what you want to cut, advise you whether you need to do it or not. There are plenty of experienced people.