Hi everyone! I'm a university student who's recently wrapped up the basics of Python and C. With some free time on my hands after finals, I'm considering diving into Django because it seems like a robust option for side income through freelancing. I want to know if it's worth my time to continue with Django or if there are better paths I could take to earn some money quickly. I'm not after a fortune, just something to help me out financially while I work towards my dream of getting a master's in Machine Learning. I appreciate any advice from those who have been on this journey—am I on the right track or stuck in a loop with tutorials? Thanks a lot!
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You might want to reconsider freelancing for now. With your current experience level, making money this way could be tough, especially within such a limited timeframe. It could be more beneficial to focus on gaining more skills and then look for work when you're better prepared. If you're just looking for fast cash, you might find more consistent work in a part-time job instead. Good luck!
If you're looking for side income ideas, think about setting up a Raspberry Pi for people. You can turn it into a NAS or a smart home controller—there’s a good market for that, and it’s relatively easy. Most people don't know how to tech their own devices, and you could charge a decent amount for it!
Freelancing can feel a bit like a race to the bottom. It’s competitive, especially when there are people from low-cost living areas offering services for next to nothing. It can be frustrating! It might be better to avoid that headache for now and focus on building your skills further.
Finishing your Django course isn’t a bad idea! Even if freelancing doesn’t work out right away, you'll pick up valuable skills that can help you later. Plus, if you do build something with Django, you’ll learn a ton. It's all about expanding your tools and knowledge for the future!
Exactly! And even if you don’t use Django right away, the frameworks have a lot in common so it won’t go to waste.
That’s a cool idea! Sounds like a fun project and a good way to earn some cash.