To start, keep it simple. Do something like have an AI learn to play a game.
I did this like 8 years ago. Vert simple game. The Ai had to learn to control the dog to get the squirrel before it got to the tree. Keep it simple to start
I'd recommend building a simple neural network, since thats the basis for a lot of generative AI now. It helps you understand what goes on behind the hood.
An AI that can formulate weapons from household things. Something like compressed air, and powdered sugar mixed with an igniter can create a flamethrower
I did this like 8 years ago. Vert simple game. The Ai had to learn to control the dog to get the squirrel before it got to the tree. Keep it simple to start