Dropping the full-time high-pay gig - I need help choosing a smart path that I can rely on to produce enough to survive comfortably ($2,500 per month)
- by Jeff V
I have about 6 years of full time experience developing web applications and tools. I know perl, python, PHP, ruby, and a good deal of SQL and relational theory.
I have never had to choose a self-employed path as I have always had full time work or a bank account (credit cards) to support a big project.
I'm planning to move out of the country to an area that will not offer local employment, and need some advice on what to focus on. I want to move in no more than six months, I have enough savings to live for an additional six months, but I would like to conserve it as much as possible. I enjoy taking risks, so I'm not looking for discussion of whether this is a good idea or not. I want advice on the most reliable solution given my skill set.
Some paths I'm considering:
Learn objective-c and build quality Apple software.
Develop subscription based web tools for SEO, or other Marketing applications
Attempt to acquire freelance projects by developing a reputation within open source projects, freelancer.com, and other online communities
The last time I left my job, I was building a startup (that went under), and missed out living in a beautiful place due to the amount of time I worked. I would like to work 30-40 hours per week max.
I can dedicate 10-15 hours per week while at my current job to prepare and learn.
A preemptive thanks for the advice...
