Hey everyone! I'm a 23-year-old female from India with a background in humanities. Right now, I'm in my hometown preparing for government exams, but I feel pretty stuck and unsure about what my future holds. I don't have a STEM background, just a tablet, and limited financial resources at the moment. I've been considering diving into coding—like Python or web development—to eventually secure a work-from-home job and possibly move abroad to the UK in the future. I have a few questions: 1) Can someone with my background realistically get into coding and start making a living within 6 months? 2) What coding languages or skills are currently in demand for remote jobs? 3) Is coding really a reliable way to earn money, or is it just overhyped? 4) What would be the best learning path for someone in my situation? I'd love to hear honest advice, especially from folks who've transitioned from non-tech backgrounds.
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Absolutely, it's realistic! Your degree isn’t as critical as your skills and the projects you build. The main challenge is that coding can be tricky on a tablet, so if you can find a way to get a laptop, that would help a lot. Focus on one path, like web development, and start building projects as soon as you can. While 6 months of income is possible, most find it takes about a year to really find stable work.
It is possible to get into coding from a non-technical background, but aiming for income within 6 months might be optimistic. I'd recommend focusing on web development basics and look into freelancing later on. Just keep in mind that the job market is quite tough at the moment.
Are there free platforms you recommend for learning since funds are tight?