[HomeImprovement] Add a feature for DIY backyard putting area preparation tips

I’ve been working on improving my short game recently and started thinking about building a small practice putting area in my backyard. Nothing huge or professional, just a simple space where I can practice a few putts regularly. The yard space I have available is fairly small and mostly flat, but the soil is a bit uneven and I’m not sure what the best approach would be for preparing the surface. I’ve seen people use different methods like leveling the ground, adding sand or gravel layers, or even installing synthetic turf. My main questions are: * What’s the best way to level a small section of backyard ground for something like this? * Is drainage something I should be worried about for a small practice area? * Would natural grass be too difficult to maintain for this type of setup? * Has anyone here built something similar themselves? I’m mostly curious about the DIY side of it and what kind of preparation work is actually needed before putting any surface down. Even general backyard leveling tips would be helpful. Would love to hear from anyone who has tried a similar project or has experience with small backyard practice areas.