One thing that will help you is if you plan your build from the start. When deciding upon a build, you'll want to customize your perk cards, which are unlocked as you play. Pretty much however you'd like to play, Fallout 76 has a particular build for you.
Or perhaps you don't want to deal with very much combat at all. Some players might choose to engage in certain combat scenarios head-on, while others might opt for a more stealthy approach. Fallout 76 is a game that allows for lots of creativity and experimentation, with many different ways to play.