Earning money on the Internet Anyone can earn money by selling various goods, including, of course, computer programs or various computer products, so earning money as a programmer on the Internet is absolutely real and not too bad. Many novice programmers or students who are just starting to study programming languages, of course, want to find a good one in the future. A stable and highly paid job, but they believe that they are not yet fully worthy of it, since they do not yet have the necessary knowledge for this.
A programmer's earnings on the Internet can be very good even with a minimum level of required knowledge. For example, earning money from the source code of the program. Any novice programmer, student, or person simply interested in programming probably already has in his arsenal some developments that he once began to implement, but for some reason did not bring to its logical conclusion - a finished program.
If you are a novice programmer and there are some source codes for programs or developments on your computer, then you have a good chance to make money as a programmer on the Internet, i.e. get real money for it.
Who needs my sources and developments? That's the whole point. That practice shows that they are very much needed, there are buyers who want to reduce their time and labor costs for developing any products or find a new and fresh idea. One old friend of mine, whose name is Nikolai, has been programming all his life. Since my school years, when we had never even seen any computers, I have already been programming something. Then he studied in the specialty “Automation of production control systems” and now works at a large plant as a programmer. So during all this time, he didn’t try anything, he didn’t start writing any kind of projects and programs.
Some of this was turned into ready-made programs, and some was put off for later - in a long box, or rather, it was transferred to the “Junk” folder on the work computer. He just laughed at my proposal to try to sell all these old scripts and kept repeating, “Who needs this junk,” but in the end he agreed.
Imagine his surprise when we received the first money immediately after we made an offer on the freelance exchange. Not only that: we ended up selling the very first script that immediately found its buyer 4 times, although it was completely unfinished. Having gotten a taste of how a programmer can make money on the Internet, Nikolai posted all his materials and source codes on this exchange.
Of course, in the end he didn’t manage to sell all his works, but he sold some of them and made good money on the fact that for many years he wanted to just “throw it away.” Regarding another part of his source codes put up for sale, he received specific proposals to refine the programs and bring them to mind. He agreed, since he was also paid well for this. As a result, he sold almost everything, gained regular customers and fulfills only their orders. Currently making money remotely on a freelance exchange much more than at my main job at a large factory and in is seriously thinking about leaving the plant entirely to freelance.
Now look at your sources. Maybe at first they will seem stupid and useless to you, but you still try and post them on exchanges. It is very likely that other users will show due interest in your sources. If you have at least basic knowledge of programming, then why not try to create a special project. It is very possible that your work will be of interest to other users who will become your employer, and you, in turn, will get a decent job and will definitely learn how to make money as a novice programmer.
In your work. The only thing they can ask you about is what you actually know and know. In order not to lose face, it is not at all necessary to be listed as a full-time employee for several years, but being a freelancer allows you to simultaneously work on dozens of projects with different companies. Get the salary you think you need to work for, and work as long as you need.
Release your own applications for popular operating systems, such as Android, Linux, and Apple products. These programs are in great demand in online stores. And if you make really high-quality software, you can easily turn it into a profitable commercial product that will feed you for a long time after its sale.
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The IT field offers a wide range of specialties and industries; in addition, working in IT, you will always find a use for yourself. In order to make money in the IT field, you need to choose the direction and specialty in which you would like to work, receive the appropriate education and constantly develop.
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One of the most common specialties is. This position can be either in an outsourcing company (in this case, you need to serve various organizations) or on the staff of a regular organization. To work as a system, study the principles of operation of local, local networks running various operating systems (Linux, Unix), learn how to repair and maintain a personal computer.
A slightly higher paying position is a database administrator. If you choose this area, study the principles of building a DBMS, as well as understand the most common databases - Oracle and MS SQL.
Programmers are people who develop software products. You can work as a programmer either as part of the IT department of a separate organization, finalizing and supporting the work of the program (this practice is widespread among 1C programmers), or in an IT company, developing new software/new software functionality. In order to work as a programmer, depending on the wishes and offers on the labor market, study the programming language and visual environment required for work.
Testers are an integral part of the software development process - they are responsible for the quality of the product, identifying imperfections in the program. To work as a tester, understand the principles of software construction, methodologies and types of testing; in addition, knowledge of the basics of object-oriented programming will not hurt.
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In IT you can earn money in free-lance mode (remotely). In order to work in this format, register on a specialized website (free-lance.ru, freelance.ru and others), fill out information about yourself and look for orders. At first, your work will be low-paid, but then, as you participate in various projects, your fees will increase.
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In order to make money in the IT field, you may need knowledge of English. Study it at at least an intermediate level, and then your chances of successful employment will increase significantly.
This type of income is absolutely for people who have decided to seriously connect their lives with IT technologies. Many find it difficult to master even the basics of this matter, let alone advanced knowledge. Although programmers receive quite a bit of money for this, this craft is difficult to master, but if you master it, there will be money. So everyone, please open the tutorials for CSS, HTML, Javascript, C++, etc.
Still in doubt? Then I will give you strong reasons
At the moment, the average salary of an entry-level programmer is about 2 thousand dollars. Beginners quickly grow and improve in their profession; after 3 years they can already earn $10,000 or more. Having gained enough experience in hired labor, you can start doing independent development or open your own IT business, then the profit can amount to six or even seven-figure sums.
What is important is that programming gives you freedom in choosing ways to earn money.
These few options are ideal at the initial stage
Work in a company
Beginners who have at least basic knowledge of programming can easily get an administrator position on a website or do customer service. You won’t be able to get big money here; it’s just an opportunity to prepare yourself for more complex and profitable work.
Writing programs for sale
You can attract a buyer not only with the quality of the product, but also with an original idea. Useful programs aimed at a narrow category of users bring in good money; by selling 2000 copies at a price of 500 rubles apiece (quite achievable figures, aren’t they), you will earn a million.
Website development
Developing really good projects requires the coder to know several programming languages and related technologies. Mid-level websites can be created using content management systems (CMS), which are not difficult to master. The cost of a simple business card website, produced in 1-2 days, is $50 and above.
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In fact, in addition to the ability to program, in order to make money in this area, you need to have other qualities. In particular, communication skills, and also have some knowledge in management in order to find clients through freelancing, for example.
No, here you rather need to figure out what area to further understand, because even if the principle is similar, the nuances may be different. Although basic skills should be everywhere. It is not necessary for a programmer to be a manager; it is enough to develop a good portfolio.
First of all, the professional qualities of a programmer are important; if he is one of the best in his niche, then he will have a job in any case. These people usually don’t look for work; employers find them themselves.
I completely agree. A good programmer will always be in demand and will always be worth his weight in gold. Now the IT market is developing by leaps and bounds and the lack of specialists is affecting competition in this area. So learn programming while you can.
Yes, programming is a blast, and don’t forget that you can work remotely in any country for any company, and this is a significant advantage, because you don’t have to work hard for pennies here, when in the West you get 10 for the same work times more, such as doctors or teachers.
Of course, you can work remotely, but this is a certain risk. I think in our country you can find good customers who will pay decent money for your work. But, if you want to hold too large amounts of money in your hands, then it is better for you to move to live, for example, in America.
If the programmer is not “a manager” at all, then he risks remaining in such a role that he will not receive additional money for his work, and some intermediaries will earn most of it from him.
Having a programmer education does not mean finding your niche. Now, if a professional has found his place and is constantly improving his skills, mastering new technologies, then there is every chance of success. Those who constantly wait for offers and do little to achieve this on their own are unlikely to succeed.
Wow... So programmers make money normally, it turns out? To be honest, I don’t like this profession, but many people recommended it to me during the entire time we talked. It seems boring to me, although it is probably profitable to do it. But what about in three years you can reach the level of $10,000 per month or per year? You didn't mention this by the way.
Tatyana, even more than that: having a programmer’s education does not mean being able to program. Yes, the phrase may seem funny, but it's true. Why do people become programmers? Yes, because someone once told them (the majority, at least) that it would bring money. But it’s like with an accountant: it seems that it’s easy, sit and push buttons, but when you’re in a rush, and the balance doesn’t add up, that’s where the hatred of work arises.
Why did you decide that? To be honest, I’m even perplexed where the number “$2000 for an entry-level programmer” came from. There is no such thing in Moscow, not to mention the regions.
To each his own. Some people like to be a military man, while others like to be at home 24/7, in front of the TV.
I haven’t come across such an amount at all about 2000 dollars. Is this per month? But how much can a programmer earn in half a year if he devotes 3-4 hours a day to this area? And is there a difference between programming in Moscow or in the regions? In my opinion, the salaries are the same, the only difference is the number of orders and the type of earnings via email or in an office somewhere. Well, in general, how in demand are mid-level programmers?
remote control, for a beginner - no (unless he worked while studying or goes to someone through an acquaintance).
If you have never programmed, then six months is not the time in which you can learn significant things. Although here everything depends on arrogance and the ability to present one’s merits.
As for the difference, it is huge (specifically in salaries). But don’t forget that this is programming, so you can work remotely. However, this is where would-be managers come into play, who “necessarily need to consult in person.” The demand for a programmer is directly proportional to his desire to do the job and inversely proportional to his opinion about his abilities.
This idea was maliciously twisted, I didn’t understand any of it. That is, if he values his abilities, then he can get more?
As for the live presence, isn’t it possible through Skype, for example? This is almost the same as with live communication.As for arrogance and the ability to present one’s merits... Does this really play a role? because I think no one is deprived of these qualities.
But is there bad quality programming or not? There is some level, a limit that a programmer reaches and cannot move further in terms of knowledge and salary... or not?
The remote control doesn’t even value it so much as it presents it. For example, let's take a web programmer. Sometimes you have to do several forms in a day, but a normal person doesn’t get hung up on it. But if this is a programmer-manager, he can dash off a report for each written form, paint everything in colors, significantly exaggerating his merits. It even gets ridiculous: insignificant interface elements, when compared with a colleague, begin to play a decisive role (he has a simple asterisk to mark a required field, and I have a snowflake), and it doesn’t matter that 3 times more time was spent on development , the main thing is to show your “professionalism”. Accordingly, with a relatively insane boss, such a manager (it’s difficult to call a programmer) will not only receive more, but will also receive a promotion.
But what about it?
Imagine that 2 people came to work. One is well aware of his abilities and honestly says what he can and cannot do. The second one doesn’t really speak, but talks about his communication skills and stuff like that, and will definitely remember how he made the Form (that’s right, with a capital letter ← this is from the example above).If you consider that there is not always a specialist present at the interview (in theory, there should be the head of the department for which they are interviewing), and ordinary personnel who understand programming a little less than nothing, it is not difficult to answer the question: “Who will be hired for the vacant position?” “The question about “poor programming” was quite surprising. Are there janitors who do their job poorly? Of course.
Programming is an art. Unfortunately, many people understand this in their own way (like an underprogrammer with a snowflake). Art should not be expressed in not giving a damn about the work of a designer (interface developer, copywriter, creative worker, etc.) and making “your own vision”, but in writing more elegant code (do you feel the difference? The work of a programmer is not visible then those for now, it is done well, but when mistakes occur, the culprit is immediately seen). And the answer to the last question is that there is no limit to improvement. You can hit the ceiling at some point due to the tasks being solved, but nothing prevents you from changing jobs or doing additional self-education at home.
So, after all, there is a limit to perfection, well, that is, the database runs out and a person every now and then begins to make websites similar to those that he has already made before? I would also like to know, for example, the site’s budget is $1000, right? Is it possible to take on such a site? So, let’s say there is a team, a web designer, a copywriter, the one who does modeling in programs where the x y z axis is, and a programmer, oh yes, also the one who promotes the site afterwards. So, how to properly divide this $1000 between them?
remote control, not really. There can be countless sites. And nothing prevents you from doing them in a new way each time (at the expense of speed and quality of execution). But no one does that. Therefore, the limit of perfection is usually limited only by the tasks performed - if at work they only require simple forms for the website to be made, then there is simply nowhere to grow. But there is another extreme, when the employer demands that a social network be created on a project created according to the specifications of 5 years ago (this is conditional, but still). In this case, there will be growth, but it will be minimal, and everything will come down to installing all sorts of crutches in order to somehow get the job done.
You can take on a website of any cost (especially when there is no portfolio). It’s just that the manager is usually not faced with the task of how to fairly divide $1000. Either workers get a job on an official salary (+% of orders), or it is personally discussed with each person how much they want for their work. In the second case, when the budget may previously be exceeded, some tasks are outsourced (performers are searched for on freelance exchanges, but also on forums).
Programming, for example, can be entrusted to Indians, and even if the code is bad, it’s cheap.Give the design to a student.
And the texts should be written by a Belarusian or a Ukrainian (the prices are actually lower, and at the same time, they are also native Russian speakers).
This is also not a very rewarding thing. My vision instantly flies away, at the computer 247, a friend had surgery for hemorrhoids - he lay on his back for a week, the brain is killed by overload, some quickly burn out. What's the point of earning so much money when everything is spent on medicine? One acquaintance got a very good job in a cool Java company, the money was huge. Well, his wife takes them all down, and drives them to resorts alone.
Working in the freelancing spirit means not only “big” salaries, but also unclear technical specifications (or even just making it up on the fly, resulting in rework), expenses for hardware and a workplace. To keep your butt comfortable and look at a high-quality large screen, you will have to spend money. If we google images and look at what is really going on “on the ground” with freelancers, we will see crappy chairs and mediocre monitors. Top orders go to top performers.
And for beginners and “non-top” people, the rest of the list remains in order of increasing budget (that is, look from the bottom). Work in the spirit of the office. Someone earns $10,000. And you first get through a stack of smart books and master English, then maybe. And creating websites has already become a real shit job, when at first you click the mouse in the admin panel of the engine... and then for 500 rubles you code shit for sale of women's gloves on promotion. By finishing shitty code after others, over time you’ll start coding shitty code yourself (I guarantee it).
Probably, most people would not refuse to make money on the Internet, but some ways of making money require special knowledge. In this article we will look at how you can make money by becoming a programmer.
Of course, you won't be able to work as a programmer if you don't have at least basic programming skills. Therefore, before you start making money, you should learn something. Choose which training suits you best: self-study or courses. There are quite a few training centers that offer various computer courses. Including programming. When choosing, you should understand that good courses cost a lot of money.
Self-study will require more dedication from you in your studies, but it will be much cheaper. For self-study, it is important to purchase good aids - books, video courses, etc. All this can be bought on the Internet. You can, of course, find free (pirated) versions of the manuals, but then problems may arise with their authors. In addition, pirated versions of educational programs may contain viruses. The choice is yours.
To create a successful project, you should not limit yourself to one course; try to get as good knowledge as possible. Remember that investing in training can secure your future. Before your training, choose what exactly you want to do: create programs for sale, websites to order, your own websites on which you will earn money? So we come to the question of how a novice programmer can make money:
- Creating your own programs for sale– an effective way to earn money, but requires serious knowledge of programming. If you are a beginner, you can try to attract a buyer not so much with the quality of your product, but with an extraordinary idea. Having created a useful program for a fairly narrow category of users, you can put it up for sale and sell copies for quite good money.
Perhaps your program will become quite famous in its niche. Then pirated copies will appear, and this will pose a crisis for your wallet. To avoid this, you should not only take care of protecting the program, but also constantly update your program, supplement it with new functionality, so that users have an incentive to purchase new, not yet hacked versions.
If your program sells well, you should not limit yourself to one project. Reach further. Your next pancakes may turn out to be much better than the first.
Of course, not all novice programmers will be able to rise this way. Many people create only one unsuccessful program and do not try to move on. By taking this path, you are taking a certain risk, but at the same time, even one good program can bring you good income. After all, if you sell one copy of an inexpensive program for 1000 rubles, then selling 1000 copies will bring you one million.
One more warning. If you succeed, you should not be satisfied with this success. To improve your programs, you must constantly improve yourself. Your knowledge and skills must constantly grow. Beginner or intermediate programming skills will not be enough to secure your success.
And further. Programming is a very leisurely thing. You will need at least six months to gain sufficient programming skills to get started. And then creating a commercial program can take the same amount of time or even more.
- Website development- a good way to earn money. It requires less effort than creating desktop programs, thanks to the presence of a large number of CMSs that allow you to deploy standard sites without much difficulty. But to create really good websites, you will have to learn several languages and technologies. Fortunately, popular “engines” do not require you to know everything at once. After completing web programming courses, you can immediately start taking action.
You can choose your type of activity: create custom websites or create your own website to start making money on the Internet with its help. It is possible, in principle, to combine both methods.
Creating custom websites is quite a profitable business, but you will face strong competition. It is possible that the first orders, until you have a good portfolio, will have to be completed very cheaply. Having gained experience, you will be able to receive orders to create a website for about 10,000-30,000 rubles, and spend about 2 weeks on its creation.
Well, you can create your own good website and fill it with some useful articles, interesting news and other materials. Such a site can also be a good way to earn money. How to monetize it is a separate big topic. You will definitely need SEO optimization training. The main thing in creating your projects is your imagination and talent. If you have them, then there will be no unsolvable problems.
- Work in a company. Some large Internet projects are looking for workers who could support their services. They need people who know programming languages. You can be suitable for such work, even if the earnings are less than on your own projects. With your knowledge, even initial ones, you can easily get a job administering a website. Such work can be considered as a kind of springboard. If you prove yourself well, you will get a more complex and more expensive job.
We wish you good luck in developing your ideas. We hope that you will not stop there. Knowledge is the key to the chest where the “golden dragon” is kept.
Today we will tell the esteemed public about five ways to make money if you are a programmer. If you learn to earn money correctly, your life will become much better.
Siraj Rawal, programmer, writer and video blogger, talks about ways to make money that he himself has tried.
1. Freelancing
If you haven't made money programming before, this is the first method you should use. There are plenty of people in the world willing to pay for your skills, you just have to find them. You can find contract work on sites like Upwork, Freelancer and others.
Name as a brand
Imagine that your name is a brand. And, like any brand, it needs trust. The way to achieve what you want is to create a good reputation for yourself. If you communicate correctly with people and leave them satisfied with your work, they will do everything for you. They will write positive reviews and tell their friends about you. But how to find clients if you are an absolute beginner? First of all, you need to be able to present and prove yourself. Learn to trust yourself. Try to take on a project with requirements that you have not encountered before, but only if you are confident that you can handle the task. Before you ask people to trust you, you must learn to trust yourself.
Sell yourself correctly
When creating your profile on one of the sites, do not forget about how to advantageously present yourself and your work. Every project you've been involved in should be written about in both detail and impact. If you made a mobile application or developed some special network architecture, include details in their description that can make an impression.
When choosing a project on which you plan to work, you need to take into account two main points: firstly, it must be in demand in the market, and secondly, it must be enjoyable.
For example, machine learning is a very popular profile today. Hundreds of companies and individuals are looking for someone with experience in pattern recognition, virtual reality, database analytics and much more. And just for you: most of them have no idea how it should work. Therefore, even if you have minimal knowledge, this is already enough to be a big advantage.
Customer contact
When applying for a vacancy or receiving an order, you will be faced with the need to communicate with the customer. This also requires careful preparation. Before meeting with the client, you need to form a clear idea of the requirements, have a list of order features and a plan for their implementation in your head. The client will be impressed with you and will also be more likely to pay you more. When it comes time to negotiate a price, don't go cheap. While being objective and honest, try not to overprice your work.
For the first contract, it is best to choose an order with a short deadline (about a month or less) and a fixed payment. After completing your first few orders, take a closer look at the people you worked with and try to attract regular customers. When the customer knows the contractor and has the opportunity to have stable contact with him, he trusts him more.
When I first moved to San Francisco, I lived in a so-called “hacker house” and thought that in my situation it was quite difficult to find contract work. But when it finally happened, just three months of work gave me the opportunity to travel around the world. In six months, I visited India, Thailand and Japan, and also wrote my first book, Decentralized Applications.
Freelancing is liberating, it gives the space a developer needs to think about the impact they really want to have in the world and gain experience in all the things they want to do.
2. Startup
At the same time the most difficult and most profitable path. The chance of success is negligible, but you can gradually increase it by following a few small guidelines.
First of all, the priority should be to set a positive influence. You must believe in your idea. Profit should come second. There is a very fine line between these two points, but it is the key one.
Achieving your first success is the most difficult thing. But this success inspires me. It gives you the strength to cope with all problems, work with the most difficult clients and move on no matter what.
Think about the problem you are looking for a solution to. Close your eyes and imagine a world in which this solution has been found. From this you can return to the starting point and develop an action plan. This will mark the beginning of your startup.
As Marc Andreessen once said, “Software will soon consume the world.” Meanwhile, artificial intelligence will absorb software. It is already at the top of this stack: above applications, frameworks, operating systems - above everything. So for a successful startup you just need to take AI, apply it to any area of human life and voila - an idea for your business!
3. Permanent job or internship
The plan of action is this: you work for a small company or startup for a while, gain experience, and then move on to a larger company. The first stage is necessary so that you have the opportunity to study, and you will have to study a lot. But please don't accept unpaid internships. If you write code, you should get paid for it.
4. Programming competitions
You can participate in them with a team or independently. This is another great way to gain a lot of knowledge. You can try out on sites like HackerRank or Topcoder, where the winners are paid cash prizes.
Another option is local hackathons. If you can’t find one that’s right for you, make your own! Attract potential sponsors (try to choose companies that you yourself would like to work for), invite programmers and organize a large-scale competition where they can generate new ideas and create projects using the tools of these sponsors. The company gets potential clients and job seekers, the developers get the opportunity to learn a lot, and you get a standing ovation.
5. Paid bugfix
It works like this: in some open source project, you fix a bug and get some kind of fixed reward for it, set by the author of the project. You can fix a bug a week, earning yourself a glass of good coffee, or turn it into a source of stable income. A great resource for this is. Voila, money starts rolling in to you!