The word hydroponics originated from Latin that merely means working water. In layman's terms, hydroponics is the art of growing crops without using soil. When we immediately think of the art of hydroponics, we imagine plants growing with the roots suspended in the water without having any medium. Well, this is true, as it is one form of hydroponics gardening which has been referred to as nutrient film technique or NFT. Just like anything you get into, the first goal to accomplish is having a plan. You will need to consider the space that you have available for gardening. If you are planning to have your gardening indoors in a tight space, ensure there is sufficient space for performing routine maintenance.