always create a thread here whenever you have queries about things you don't know.
Additional warning: do not believe everything you read on the internet, that includes Bitcointalk. Scammers have used this forum to steal large amounts of money.
Many people here are willing to help, but always be vigilant. Especially when you receive a PM from someone. See
How can we protect Newbies from getting scammed?.
It must make lots of people here feel very smug and fortunate, so enjoy those emotions if you like, I don’t care.
In my experience, not many people enjoy seeing new Bitcoin users get scammed. Actually, it sucks big time, but the harsh reality is you're not the first and you certainly won't be the last.
I have a friend who has runs their own cyber security operation, and contacts in Germany where this scam is supposedly originating, so maybe I’ll get lucky, probably not, but wouldn’t you try? Or would you just give in?
If the scammer is smart, you'll never find him. If he makes a mistake, you may have a chance. But I wouldn't hold my breath.