I guess instead of having a resolution that goes 'great at programming in a year', switch that to 'write a program to do xyz in abc language within 6 months. Ma

I guess instead of having a resolution that goes 'great at programming in a year', switch that to 'write a program to do xyz in abc language within 6 months. Make a list of the basic concepts of the language. Set deadlines by which one has an understanding (not mastery) of each concept, working towards the goal of writing xyz program.'