Cool!
You want to code something for your personal project.
You have a decision to make.
If you are a little less comfortable coding, take a look at the resources in the box below entitled "A little less comfortable coding a computer".
If you are a little more comfortable coding, take a look at the resources in the box "A little more comfortable coding a computer".
If your project is more about WRITING CODE then take a look at the resources in the box "A little more comfortable coding a computer".
If your project is more about CREATING SOMETHING WITH CODE then take a look at the resources in the box "A little less comfortable coding a computer".
If you are little less comfortable coding, the links below may be helpful. Also, if your personal project is about doing something interesting through programming these resources might be helpful.
A very grateful "Thank You" to Mr MacKenty for sharing his expertise and resources here.