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Being a Freelance Developer and Its Advantages

Being a Freelance Developer and Its Advantages

Getting started as a freelance web designer can be a challenging feat. But if you succeed, you can be in a high-value position in your field.

As a freelancer, you need to be capable of running your own business. This task requires self-discipline, which can be hard work. You need to implement strict and rigid rules for yourself to succeed.

Here are several major advantages of becoming a freelance web developer:

  • High Demand for Web Design Services
  • Shortage of Developers
  • You Get to Be Your Own Boss
  • Attractive Earning Potential

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Important Steps to Take to Become a Freelance Developer: Choose A Niche

Important Steps to Take to Become a Freelance Developer: Choose A Niche

It is impossible to be equally good in all areas of web design. Choosing a niche lets you focus your time and effort on narrower tasks.

Having a niche also allows you to become an expert who can address the needs of one group of clients. Doing so is much easier than learning a little bit of...

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Getting Your First Project

Getting Your First Project

To get your first project, you may need to build a couple of websites for free.

In your chosen niche, look for an organization that urgently needs a site and do it for free. In exchange, you ask them to submit a testimonial on how your services helped them.

Looking for a client can be...

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Build a Portfolio

Build a Portfolio

Getting that first project can be one of the most challenging things for many web designers. It can be tough to convince a prospect if you do not have a portfolio. Luckily, there are ways to secure your first gig without any experience.

You need to have a web design portfolio that serves as...

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Your Own Freelance Developer Business

Your Own Freelance Developer Business

Many people who want to try freelancing believe that they need to have years of experience to succeed. But this is a common misconception that many freelancers have disproved.

Regardless of your industry, a helpful blueprint can be all you need to fast-track your freelancing success. 

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Search for Clients

Search for Clients

Now that you have a portfolio that showcases your skills, you can begin searching for clients.

Social media can be helpful when looking for clients who will pay for your services.

Facebook groups are made up of people with common interests. Whatever niche your business is in, you can ...

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Searching Online Markets

Searching Online Markets

If you are not keen on socializing in person, you can look for clients through online job boards. Regularly visiting these sites can help you get more work. Try visiting Smashing Jobs, Mediabistro, Coroflot, or RemoteOK.

You can also try freelance marketplaces. Make sure to create a detaile...

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The Bottom Line

Becoming a freelance web designer requires a significant investment of your time and effort. But the result is a career that provides you with the freedom, flexibility, and income you want.

So push yourself to learn and increase your skill set to offer the most value to potential clients.

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Being a developer requires many skills, and there are two major factors in developing a skill: 

  • Effective practice 
  • Support from senior developers. 

You need to maximise both of these to help you become the best developer you can be. 

Consider becoming a developer

Consider becoming a developer

If you’re considering becoming a developer but aren’t sure whether it’s a good idea, here are a few things to think about: 

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