Hey Devs 👋
I’m sharing a snapshot of my learning journey and projects—and I’d love your advice on how to finally earn that first dollar in web development.
🎓 My Learning Path
- Harvard CS50x sparked my passion for coding.
- Tried freeCodeCamp’s Responsive Web Design, but it didn’t fit my style, so I returned to CS50 Web.
Completed CS50 Web, built a Django resume builder with AI suggestions and a Flask task manager.
Currently doing FullStackOpen (completed parts 1–5, certificate earned), leaning into MERN stack as taught there.
Fluent in full-stack fundamentals—just working to cement syntax and consistency.
🚀 Projects & Portfolio
- Live Portfolio Site (deployed on Vercel): Portfolio Site — highlights skills, certs, and projects.
- Gigs setup on Fiverr & Upwork, but no clients yet.
- Job applications: many, but zero interviews or offers so far.
🧭 Advice I’m Seeking
- What actionable steps helped you get that first paying gig (freelance or job)?
- Should I double down on Upwork/Fiverr, or keep shooting for full‑time roles?
- Portfolio feedback? Pricing strategy? Interview prep? Anything you wish you knew early?
🎯 What I’m Focusing On Next
- Expand MERN-based builds.
- Improve my branding/marketing and networking (LinkedIn, Discord, etc.).
- Actively seeking work on freelance platforms.
If any of you have walked this path and cracked it, I’d love your wisdom. Happy to share GitHub links or portfolio tweaks for feedback. Thank you 🙏
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