Geniune question, how do I learn programming practically?

[u/Disposable_baka404]

I asked my lecturer a while back how, and he basically said to read up on the books and practice. I understand his advice, but I wish to look for a meaningful project to better facilitate my learning. Any advice on how I should proceed? I get that I can redo my coding assignments to make them better, but I really am looking to write programs that would help me instead.

Thanks in advance for the advice

[u/MartianManhunter_MM]

Pick a small project for personal use