Some more tips:

For about $1, you should be able to buy a small brass presta to schrader converter. Has an o-ring at the base to seal against the presta valve, and allows one to use a schrader pump. I carry a few spares all the time in my kit and it helps folks with presta valves to pump up with conventional car equipment when they're in a pinch. I usually buy them in bulk to give away. (search for "presta to schrader adapter"). Probably cheapest at your LBS.

As for going with puncture resistant tires, I've tried a few, and in general, they reduce considerably puncture flats. But it's not zero. Flat fixing is still a great skill to have. And even though I've had plenty of shop experience, I'm still pretty stoked when I'm able to fix someone's flat in just a few minutes on the road and get them through a ride - especially when that someone is myself.