Freelancing Articles

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Freelancing on the Side
Freelancing is a mode of work that comes with a lot of freedom, but you may find some surprises if youʼve not worked this way in the past. This article will make sure youʼre prepared and donʼt run into any nasty surprises.
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How much of a new freelance project should I already know?
Youʼll probably never take a freelance gig that has zero technical unkowns. The question is, how many unknowns is too many. This article gives some examples showing where I personally would draw the line so you can find your own line.
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What are my responsibilities after a freelance gig ends?
Is the gig done once you hand off or deploy the code, or does your responsibility extend beyond that? Thereʼs no one answer, but read this to learn about some things youʼll want to consider when answering it for your projects.
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How to Estimate a Web Development Project
Estimating projects is a pain in the butt. If you get it wrong, you could lose the gig or end up not getting paid a decent rate. Hereʼs a example of how I approach the problem.
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5 Tools to Help Web Developers Overcome Imposter Syndrome
As a developer with several years of experience, I can say with confidence that imposter syndrome never goes away, but it does get better. Here are the tricks I use to come back from it.
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The Ultimate Guide to Pricing Freelance Web Development
Pricing your services is a scary proposition. I share three different methods for pricing and the basics of how each one works, including the pros and cons.
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How to Get Fewer Freelance Clients
Some web devs trap themselves in a prison of their own making by trying to take on every client that comes through the door. Hereʼs how to shift that mindset and what to do instead.
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The Rad Recipe for Code Questions
The internet is chocked full of grognards ready to rebuke questions asked by newbies for minor clerical errors. Hereʼs how to slip your questions through the filters and get useful answers.
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The Inverted Career Path for Developers
I didnʼt start my web development career by going to a prestigious college or even by graduating bootcamp and shotgunning job applications. Those paths donʼt work for me. If that sounds like you, check out what I did instead.
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8 Things I Learned to Get From Walmart Cashier to 6-Figure Web Developer
These 8 lessons took me from low-paying jobs to well-compensated web developer, and they might help you too.
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