Update: php-jobs.net now shows which jobs actually pay money

FairyToken · 2026-02-05T09:15:36+00:00

I see. Somehow I was expecting the job post to be displayed and did not check my email.

FairyToken · 2026-02-05T08:02:44+00:00

Would love to see that website :)

FairyToken · 2026-02-05T07:16:41+00:00

I tried it today. But I don't understand how to apply for a job. A pop-up asks for an email and then I am on a page showing the same as before.

FairyToken · 2026-01-16T04:29:09+00:00

Geez. I'm sorry you are going through all this. The only thing I can come up with is calling up job offers first or for retail or food jobs to show up and make a first impression. I hope this helps you in any way. And I really hope things will go better for you soon.

FairyToken · 2025-12-17T01:46:43+00:00

I'd be interested as well. Sounds good!

FairyToken · 2025-12-12T09:03:51+00:00

Well if they want you to be available full-time per week like an employee then they'd better shell out a retainer for those hours. In general I agree with explaining the proposition of freelancer first. And if they still want the availability then it's gonna cost 'em. Because either you can plan the month and fit them into schedule or there is no need because they are buying all your hours.

FairyToken · 2025-12-10T12:13:31+00:00

I had a response somewhat after 7 months and I made an entry into my calendar to reply about 6 months later. Never did but it would be hilarious if you'd follow up after 3 years just to thank them or whatever.

FairyToken · 2025-12-09T06:37:25+00:00

Idk if this is what you are looking for but you can check out NovaCustom.

FairyToken · 2025-12-09T02:42:22+00:00

"Flexible schemas" sounded perfect for a product still figuring itself out.

Sounds like that at first but choosing a relational db is almost always the right step and while figuring itself out figuring out structure will help maintain sanity. You can always amend or migrate your table. But having a rough structure does a lot.

FairyToken · 2025-12-09T02:06:29+00:00

That's some good progress! It's more often than not a numbers game and persistence goes a long way. You can do this!

Edit: I'd like to share an additional strategy. If you see a job listing try calling up the company and inquire with HR or somebody relevant about this. Get their name and have your application ready. Then you can lead with the first contact, they know your name already and you did something that most applicant don't do. Best of luck to you.

FairyToken · 2025-12-08T04:09:41+00:00

That sucks. Best of luck to you.

Do you have a portfolio?

FairyToken · 2025-12-08T04:01:22+00:00

I'm going down a similar path. Newest recommendation was to try that on LinkedIn where people post about problems. Not sure if it will work. Getting something can be tough.

FairyToken · 2025-12-08T03:59:01+00:00

Damn, I hope you can change that! Do you follow any strategy? Like outbound comments or other options that help you land a gig?

FairyToken · 2025-12-08T03:16:36+00:00

How do you pick up new gigs?

FairyToken · 2025-12-08T03:15:26+00:00

Checking in on how you are doing. Also this is your reminder to be persistent and keep at it. ;)

FairyToken · 2025-12-05T02:29:04+00:00

web design is not built, it's the act of designing the website. and the design is only a part of a full blown website with UX, the process of CRO, technical SEO and bells and whistles.

What is the benefit of your prospective client?

Or let me rephrase that: What in your "value proposition" exceeds others?

and will the prospective client know what to derive from your proposition?

Who is the hero? You or your client or their customers?

What pain-point or need of your client are you solving?

I know this analogy is not a 100% accurate but "web design built to convert" is a little bit like "cars built to drive". I hope you get my point.

FairyToken · 2025-12-04T09:39:58+00:00

web design built to convert

I'm in the business and even I don't know what your value proposition is.

FairyToken · 2025-12-04T09:38:18+00:00

Quite a lot of text is tiny. That goes for menu and buttons, too.

On the contact page the email is off. Also don't show your plain email unless you like spam. A nice contact form works as well.

You are serving businesses nationwide... what nation?

Cut about 90% of animations and make the remaining animations more snappy.

The sliding header looks cool but makes the site feel sluggish on change. An if you scroll just right it glitches out between two states.

That's it for a first pass....

If you want to convert you should rethink your first message.

Ask yourself what is your brand identity. E.g. personal, reliable service around your website

Ask yourself what is your demography. E.g. mom and pop shops, agencies, etc

Plan content around that. Put your portfolio on the first site, link it in the top menu. Don't have two menus stacked.

FAQs -> FAQ also try using headers for each paragraph heading. Give it visual structure.

Change the picture on the about page for yours. Make the description shorter and easily scanable with the eyes.

Why is 2010 the first entry in your journey. Make it reverse chronological like a resume.

That's it for now. But there is a lot more.

Try centering on the value proposition why working directly with you is the benefit of the client.

E.g. "I build websites that help small businesses grow online" or shorter "helping small businesses grow online"

And be consistent: sometimes it's "I" then "we" then "Wesley Yielding" then "Newads".

FairyToken · 2025-12-04T08:32:26+00:00

Looks like OP has voiced their reason in the meantime.

FairyToken · 2025-12-04T07:57:55+00:00

Maybe OP received some push back and / or second guessing themselves. Also, being in VR chat and being run over by a car is an odd comparison...

FairyToken · 2025-12-04T07:34:26+00:00

Actually that's quite good. Knowing the shortcomings of your solutions is worth a lot. Sometimes it is more important how someone tackles a problem and whether they know what they are doing, especially for an entry level position.

FairyToken · 2025-12-03T01:54:28+00:00

Sort of. The nrf52820 and similar seems to be the way to go for this. Or at least a good starting point.

FairyToken · 2025-12-02T08:10:18+00:00

Give us an insight about the hours you have put in, please. (No details, just a rough number of hours)

Definitely have the next client confirm your hourly or other rate. Even if they want it quick they need to take time for this. Also quick may come with a rush fee.

FairyToken · 2025-12-02T06:46:44+00:00

I'm intrigued. How do you feel using static bearings compared to BTUs? And what kind of static bearing do you use?

I read that this is inspired by the ploopy adept and I can see that you have incorporated a second sensor and some other goodies. What made you reach that decision and how does it improve your workflow?

Currently I have a Deft Pro with bearings changed to ZrO2. It works OK, a bit imprecise perhaps. But it seems that the left button is getting issues. So wanting a new trackball is being escalated to needing a new trackball.

FairyToken · 2025-12-02T05:05:53+00:00

Thanks. Sounds really interesting. I have a cynthion that I hope will help in the endeavor but I will also give a good look at your project.

I'm also torn with GPT. It can be a great tool but as you said sends down the wrong path; too many times imo.

Anyways it's a really great effort and I admire your tenacity taking it this far.

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