cast net technique varies a lot by person. I throw forehand but my brother throws it backhand. Forehand requires half of the net in 5 or 6 loops in throwing hand. Mesh, diameter and weight are a big factor depending on size of bait and depth. What works for peanuts in 10 ft won't work for 2 pound bunker in 30ft.
practice on the front lawn til you stop throwing tacos and bananas.
as for filleting...
Spares technique on flounder is an easy way for flat fish. Always do the white side first, it is thinner and having the dark side still attached makes it easier.
For weakfish or any other "round" fish, the problem is the rib cage. If you have a really good knife and technique you can cut through in one quick move.... the rest of us do better by avoiding the ribs all together. You are not going to eat the rib and belly meat anyways so don't bother trying.
Fish with big scales or tough skin remember that skin cuts easier from the inside out.
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