Beginning Freelancing Coding
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Without years of experience. A friend of mine (Called Clark Kent for the purposes of this post) wishes to work in arts (drawing and painting) instead of IT but doesn't want to waste an IT degree. To relieve them of the moral quandary that comes from the thought of wasting four years at university and starting another degree/wiling away ones days in the sun with the odd spot of drawing, freelancing was suggested. How would someone get into freelancing C# coding without years of experience and numerous contacts? Alternatively, do part time coding jobs exist? I've seen the odd contract jobs, but never any part time ones advertised.
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Without years of experience. A friend of mine (Called Clark Kent for the purposes of this post) wishes to work in arts (drawing and painting) instead of IT but doesn't want to waste an IT degree. To relieve them of the moral quandary that comes from the thought of wasting four years at university and starting another degree/wiling away ones days in the sun with the odd spot of drawing, freelancing was suggested. How would someone get into freelancing C# coding without years of experience and numerous contacts? Alternatively, do part time coding jobs exist? I've seen the odd contract jobs, but never any part time ones advertised.
chrissb wrote:
C# coding without years of experience and numerous contacts
He wouldn't, getting the first contract is one of the most difficult things a developer can do. Most spend a number of years, get that YEARS, getting experience in the real world (as opposed to academia), building up a network of contacts before they venture into freelance/contracting. He may find some work building bespoke solutions for SMEs but I doubt it.
Never underestimate the power of human stupidity RAH
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chrissb wrote:
C# coding without years of experience and numerous contacts
He wouldn't, getting the first contract is one of the most difficult things a developer can do. Most spend a number of years, get that YEARS, getting experience in the real world (as opposed to academia), building up a network of contacts before they venture into freelance/contracting. He may find some work building bespoke solutions for SMEs but I doubt it.
Never underestimate the power of human stupidity RAH
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Thanks for the response. Thought there may be a small catch to their plan but wanted to check before crushing their dreams. Nicely of course
The crushing would almost certainly be done by the market, especially as he is not passionate about the work. I know devs who live a breathe code, are highly dedicate and motivated and still can't get that first contract. To be honest I hope your friend does not get to use his coding skills, any junior dev without passion for the work is a danger to their client.
Never underestimate the power of human stupidity RAH