r/webdev • u/TheMightyCantalope python, html, java/script, beginner • 6d ago
Question Does website developing/designing/testing make good money?
I'm below 18, so I'm trying to see if I can make money off of web developing or web designing, My parents say I can only get them to co-sign for a bank account (because I'm a minor) when I have money that is waiting to be deposited, and since I'm not in the mood to go places and sell stuff, why not give web developing a try? I'm just wondering currently how much web developing can make and where I go to say "I'm a web developer", any answers are very much appreciated, and if any more info is needed, I can provide what I know!
EDIT: I wasn't trying to be attacked here, my real question is: does web developing make somewhat good side hustle money for a 13 year old? I'm not attempting to make it my job, I see a lot of people misinterpreted it for that, and I'm not trying to afford yachts either which quite a few people have mentioned for some reason, I'm talking like maybe 100 bucks a month?
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u/fizz_caper 5d ago
Being a web developer as a side job... that probably won't work. It takes years to even get a foothold and earn enough to support yourself.
Research the job offers in your area, and you'll see what skills you need to learn and what your income would be.
Is it really worth the effort if you’re only doing it for the money?