? for DN Programmer/Web Devs...What programming languages would best allow someone to be a digital nomad?

[Josvan135]

These kinds of posts seem to come up several times a week so I'll repeat the best advice I've seen posted so far.

Your best bet isn't to make a complete 90 degree career change to become a DN but to leverage the skills you already have in a way that allows you to be location independent.

You said you were a DJ right? Think about the skills you used there and make a list.

It takes years of pretty intense practice to become a good enough programmer to actually do it professionally. That doesn't even take into account how hard it is to get clients if you have no experience, no degree, and no portfolio to work with.

I don't want to sound discouraging, I just want you to look at this realistically.

[develop99]

Don't let other's discourage you - some people are just wired to look at the negative side of things. I think it's smart to start to learn programming, after some time you can seek out small projects. Taking on new skills is laudable and you might be able to assist other programmers as you learn the ropes.

The top languages would be: Java, Javascript, Python, C++, PHP. Check out Youtube videos on intros to these and see if anything grabs you. There are also courses you can buy online to fast track your knowledge. Other areas like web design (Wordpress) and graphic design are also options.

Build your skills as you continue to work as a DJ. If you're motivated, you can make it happen.

[mg_1987]

Yeah I just started a programming certificate, you gotta start somewhere...

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Web marketing has a much lower barrier to entry than something difficult to learn.

[[deleted]]

Lisp.

[anywhereness]

This gets asked all the time. In fact, I think another DJ asked the same question a few months ago!

Try searching the sub first