I agree with this, particularly the bit about using Upwork. It doesn't pay well, but will give you a concrete task and a paying customer to hold you accountable

I agree with this, particularly the bit about using Upwork. It doesn't pay well, but will give you a concrete task and a paying customer to hold you accountable. Submit a relatively low bid, with a relatively long timeframe, and be honest upfront about why the bid is so low. Then muddle through and figure it out as you go!