Side Quests: A Guide to Side Hustles and Part-Time Jobs for Computer Science Graduates
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Loading... - Gabriele Romano
- 17 Jan 2023
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The notion of a side hustle or looking for flexibility in your working life has become quite the norm. People want to have more control over how they spend their time, making the traditional 9-5 working environment less popular.
This shift in the workforce is clearly evident in the tech industry, and with those who work in computer programming.
Whether you’re looking to bring in some more income to supplement your salary, or you want to enter the world of freelancing and the gig economy, this guide can help you find your way.
Side Hustle And Freelance Job Ideas
Let’s first look at options for putting your skills as a computer science graduate to good use. All of these jobs or gigs can be found in a number of ways. You could sign up with one of the many freelance websites like Upwork, Fiverr, or Tasker. Another option is to talk to the institution that you graduated from to see if they have any connections that could utilize your skillset part-time.
While web development is often the go-to for CS graduates looking for a side hustle, there are several other options that are just as suitable and often less saturated.
Build A Mobile App
You have the programming skills, so why not put them to use building something that can generate income in the background? A mobile app that people need to purchase to use, offers in-app purchases, or provides revenue from ads can give you some great extra income. It’s also fairly passive income once you’ve done the initial build because you won’t have to constantly monitor and maintain the app.
Alternatively, you could offer your services building apps for other businesses and sell them once-off, or offer an update service for an app that you’ve built that brings in regular income. Read More…
