I think that you can find all the necessary information on the Internet. You need the right light, thermometer, hygrometer, you also need a good primer, if you don't decide to grow hydroponics. I believe that the conditions for different strains are different. You can read information about a certain strain of marijuana, for example here
http://www.ncsm.nl/strain/fruity-pebbles described in detail, so you can choose the one that suits you.