I suggest picking a project, and focusing on it while learning how to code. Learning is such a continuous process while coding that I think you need some kind o

I suggest picking a project, and focusing on it while learning how to code. Learning is such a continuous process while coding that I think you need some kind of focus to ever feel like you have learned enough to apply the skills. Plus, that project could be a portfolio piece when she is seeking work. Also, the project doesn't have to be a business - I think utilities that you would use, whether it's family communications or something funny, are perfect.