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Freelance web development pricing tips.
Follow these pricing tips to earn more as a freelance web developer.
ALL you need to know 🧵👇
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The benefits of freelancing and working from home ❤️🙏
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Left: Desk and view 5 years ago.
Right: Desk and view today.
A lot has changed.
It took hard work, risk, figuring things out and sacrifice.
But it's worth it in the end.
You can do it 💪
#100DaysOfCode
#CodeNewbie
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From this to this in a few years.
And it all started with freelancing.
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I had a crap laptop for 5 years.
I learned to code on it
I went to work with it.
I started a freelancing business with it.
Only after 5 years, I got an upgrade.
You don't need a "MacBook" to get started.
Seriously.
Start with what you have for as long as you can.
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Running a successful freelance web design business is not easy.
But the good news is, you don't need to do it alone.
Join my community: Freelance Fam
Get all the help, guidance, and resources you need to succeed.
Best part? It's free
Join us today 👇
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My first client was a $5 Fiverr sale.
That turned into a $100 Wireframe.
That turned into a $1,000 Website.
That turned into 8 Websites.
That turned into a $1k Monthly Retainer.
That turned into Referral Clients.
All from this ONE client.
Start "small" 👍
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❌ “I am a web developer.”
✅ “I help nutritionists get more clients.”
✅ “I help course creators sell more courses.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients.”
Sell the OUTCOME.
Not the tool.
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My first client paid me $5.
My wife and I were struggling financially at the time, but we still went out to celebrate by sharing a $3 meal.
We always talk about that moment.
Man... things have changed a lot.
Never forget the 'little' things and the struggles 👍
Grateful ❤️
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When I learned HTML = 😎
When I learned CSS = Wow this is cool 🔥
When I learned JavaScript = WTF I quit 😂
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Want to earn more as a freelancer?
Just double your hourly rate.
…wrong.
Here is ALL you need to know on how you charge for a website:
🧵
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It's official.
I am now a Web Developer.
Just placed an order for a mechanical keyboard.
So, what's your stack?
😎😎😎
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I had a crap laptop for 5 years.
I learned to code on it
I went to work with it.
I started a freelancing business with it.
Only after 5 years, I got an upgrade.
You don't need a "MacBook" to get started.
Seriously.
Start with what you have for as long as you can.
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I had a crap laptop for 5 years.
I learned to code on it
I went to work with it.
I started a freelancing business with it.
Only after 5 years, I got an upgrade.
You don't need a "MacBook" to get started.
Start with what you have for as long as you can.
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Unpopular opinion:
Learn JavaScript before learning a framework.
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Need some Portfolio Tips as a Freelance Web Developer?
Follow these 🧵👇
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❌ “I am a web developer.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients.”
✅ “I help nutritionists get more clients.”
✅ “I help course creators sell more courses.”
Sell the OUTCOME.
Not the tool.
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Left: Desk and view 6 years ago.
Right: Desk and view today.
A lot has changed.
It took hard work, calculated risk, adapting, sacrifice, and more.
But it's worth it in the end.
You can do it!
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Are you a Freelance Web Developer?
Struggling to get clients?
Here's all you need to know on how to get clients 👇
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I’m proud to announce I GOT A JOB 🎉🥳
The freelancer life is not for me.
More details to follow soon 👍
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You're a web developer who struggles to create websites?
Break it down into sections, from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
Remember: clarity > clever.
Keep it simple
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You're a web developer who struggles to create websites?
Break it down into sections, from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
That's the 80/20 of web design for you 👌
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You don’t get a 9 year old lawyer.
You don’t get a 9 year old doctor.
You don’t get a 9 year old accountant.
But you do get a 9 year old developer.
Interesting times 😂
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3 years ago, this month, I quit my full-time job.
It was scary, but it was the best decision I've ever made.
Since then:
- My salary is 5X more
- I'm much happier
- I really love what I do
And this all started with learning HTML and a desire to be independent 👍
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Web4: when people realize the meaningful things in life are not in the metaverse.
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The moment I could code websites with HTML and CSS, I started freelancing.
If you're waiting until you master X framework before you start, get used to procrastinating for a long time.
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You're a web developer who struggles to create websites?
Break it down into sections, from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
That's the 80/20 of web design for you 🙌
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I had a crap laptop for 5 years.
I learned to code on it
I went to work with it.
I started a freelancing business with it.
Only after 5 years, I got a better one.
You don't need a "MacBook" to get started.
Seriously.
Start with what you have for as long as you can.
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On Wednesday, I announced the $10,000 Freelance Web Designer Cohort inside FreelanceFam.
The response has been awesome - we’re OVERBOOKED by 3X!
Our next cohort will start in May/June.
In the meantime, join the community here:
And get notified when we
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🔥 Portfolio Website Tip:
Remove this:
93% JavaScript
87% CSS
49% HTML
(Why did this become a thing?)
Would you list:
95% Team Player
92% Time Management
83% Working with Others
79% Working Under Pressure
The same way?
No.
Just list your skills...
🚒🧯🔥
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Want to learn how to become a freelance web developer?
Here is the ULTIMATE thread of all my articles.
I reached my tweet limit with this 😂
🧵👇
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Every "expert" was once a beginner.
And every "beginner" has the potential to be an expert.
🔥🔥🔥
#CodeNewbie
#100DaysOfCode
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The moment I could code websites with HTML and CSS, I started freelancing.
If you're waiting until you master X framework before you start, get used to procrastinating for a long time.
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How to become a developer in 2021:
Step 1 - Buy a mechanical keyboard
Step 2 - Add stickers to your laptop
Step 3 - Code “Hello World!”
Welcome to the family 😘
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Everyone focuses on JavaScript and the next fancy framework.
But man, HTML and CSS are massively underrated.
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🎉 GIVEAWAY: 10 FREE COPIES of 80/20 Freelancing eBook.
It helps 10 of you and it helps me get the word out. Win-win 🙂
RT + Like this tweet to enter.
Winners announced 29 Dec.
What is the book about?
50 pages of nuggets to help start (and dominate) freelancing.
Thanks ❤️
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80/20 blueprint to become a freelancer:
Minimum Requirements:
HTML
CSS
WordPress
Helpful Skills:
SEO
AdWords
Social Media Ads
Design
CRO
UX+UI
Advanced:
Niching Down
Negotiation
Outsourcing
Automation
Scaling
How?
Udemy
Read Blogs
Watch YouTube Videos + Tutorials
Do it 💪
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"I want to freelance, but I don't know how to start."
1 - Learn web design + marketing
2 - Build a portfolio website + personal brand
3 - Learn how to pitch your services
4 - Sell your services
5 - Get clients
6 - Improve
Don't overcomplicate it.
No more excuses 👍
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I don't know JavaScript, but I do pretty well as a freelancer.
The highest-paid freelancers I know hardly know how to code.
Programming knowledge ≠ success as a freelancer.
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I don't know JavaScript, but I do pretty well as a freelancer.
The highest-paid freelancers I know hardly know how to code.
Programming knowledge ≠ freelancing success.
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When I learned HTML = 😎
When I learned CSS = Wow this is cool 🔥
When I learned JavaScript = WTF I quit 😂
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A small gift from me and
@traversymedia
🎁
We're giving away 5 copies of the premium course to 5 lucky winners.
Just like and comment to enter.
Winners will be announced on 30 Dec ♥️
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The best freelance web developers ask the right questions.
Here are 5 questions you NEED to ask every client 👇
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You don't NEED a CS degree to become a (successful) developer.
Education should be the focus. Not the qualification.
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5 years ago, I quit my full-time job to go all-in as a freelancer.
Since then:
• I have more freedom
• My salary is 5X more
• I'm much happier
Here's my 4 step process to getting clients as a freelance web designer (with actual niche ideas and email templates):
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This table is where my freelancing career started.
My wife and I lived in a small cottage and she used to help me at night.
So grateful for those moments.
May this encourage you on your freelancing journey 🙏
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Your portfolio website and online presence is the new resume.
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Some of the best developers use Google to find a solution to their code-related issues.
(Even the basics)
Don't be too hard on yourself.
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Let me be clear:
You don't NEED to know 5 different programming languages to freelance.
You can start with WordPress knowledge or straight up HTML + CSS.
It's that simple.
Learn until you know enough to make decent websites, then START.
Don't procrastinate.
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Let me be clear:
You don't NEED to know 5 different programming languages to freelance.
You can start with WordPress knowledge or straight-up HTML + CSS.
It's that simple.
Learn until you know enough to make decent websites, then START.
Don't procrastinate.
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What are your top 5 Chrome extensions?
Here's mine:
- WhatFont
- ColorZilla
- CSS Spice
- Ad Blocker
- UberSuggest
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🔥 80/20 blueprint to become a freelancer:
Minimum Requirements:
HTML
CSS
WordPress
Helpful Skills:
SEO
AdWords
Social Media Ads
Design
CRO
UX+UI
Advanced:
Niching Down
Negotiation
Outsourcing
Automation
Scaling
How?
Udemy
Read Blogs
Watch YouTube Videos + Tutorials
Do it 💪
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My boss gave me 3 salary increases in the past 6 months.
What a nice guy 😁
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❌ "I create websites."
✅ “I create stylish e-commerce websites for fashion startups.”
✅ “I create affordable 1-page websites for small businesses in 1 day.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients - guaranteed.”
✅ “I help busy nutritionists automate their bookings.”
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The moment I could code a website with HTML and CSS, I started freelancing.
If you're waiting until you master X framework before you start, get used to procrastinating for a long time.
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My first client was a $5 Fiverr sale.
That turned into a $100 Wireframe.
That turned into a $1,000 Website.
That turned into 8 Websites.
That turned into a $1k Monthly Retainer.
That turned into Referral Clients.
All from this ONE client.
Start "small"
👍👍👍
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The best freelance web developers ask the right questions.
Here are 5 questions you NEED to ask every client 👇
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Don't overlook the fundamentals of HTML and CSS.
Too many developers rush into JS and others without knowing HTML and CSS well enough.
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❌ "I create websites."
✅ “I create stylish e-commerce websites for fashion startups.”
✅ “I create affordable 1-page websites for small businesses in 1 day.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients - guaranteed.”
✅ “I help busy nutritionists automate their bookings.”
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Get confused when creating websites?
Break it down into sections, starting from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
That's the 80/20 of website design for you 🙌
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10 years ago, there were nights we had no money for food.
Snacks were a luxury.
I had no degree and I didn’t finish high school.
My journey had its struggles and challenges, but I’m grateful for it.
It IS possible for your life to turn around.
May this encourage you 💪❤️
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Helpful articles coming your way soon:
🌶️The Basics of How to Start Freelancing
🌶️Where to Find Remote Developer Jobs
🌶️Fun Front-end Developer Projects to Try
🌶️10 Niche Ideas for Web Developers to Get Clients
🌶️How to Earn At Least $500 On The Side Each Month
And more 😀🙌
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❌ “I am a web developer.”
✅ “I help nutritionists get more clients.”
✅ “I help course creators sell more courses.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients.”
Sell the OUTCOME.
Not the tool.
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I’m proud to announce I GOT A JOB 🎉🥳
The freelancer life is not for me.
More details to follow soon 🎉
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My life changed when I learned to code.
My life changed when I got my first client.
My life changed when I quit my full-time job.
...all started from "Hello World" 🙏
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🔥 Portfolio Website Tip:
Remove this:
93% JavaScript
87% CSS
49% HTML
(Why did this become a thing?)
Would you list:
95% Team Player
92% Time Management
83% Working with Others
79% Working Under Pressure
The same way?
No.
Just list your skills...
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⚡️ New office setup right now.
Changed it up to be a bit more minimalist.
I'm enjoying it so far 👍
Comment your setup below 👇
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How to become a developer in 2022:
Step 1 → Buy a mechanical keyboard
Step 2 → Add stickers to your laptop
Step 3 → Code “Hello World!”
Welcome to the family 😘
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⚡️ My two-cents on:
“Why would a client want to pay for a website, when they can just do it themselves for free with platforms like:
- Wix
- Shopify
- WebFlow
- Squarespace
- etc.
Why?
Answer me...?”
Wow...
No need to be so aggressive 🤓
Here's my answer in a thread 🧵 ⬇️
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You're a web developer who struggles to create websites?
Break it down into sections, from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
That's the 80/20 of web design for you 👌
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I get a lot of DM's like:
"sir, can you give me a laptop"
And I'm excited to announce I will be doing this!
On 2 conditions:
1 - Send me $3,500 via PayPal
2 - Send me your address
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These things:
- Degree
- Course
- Tutorials
- Books
- Documents
- Knowledge
...don't make you a good developer or freelancer.
What makes you a good developer and freelancer is when you take ACTION on what you've learned.
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You're a web developer who struggles to create websites?
Break it down into sections, from the top:
- Logo
- Navbar
- Hero Banner
- Benefit Content
- General Content
- Credibility (Testimonials/Case-Studies)
- Call to Action
- Footer
That's the 80/20 of web design for you 👌
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- Web Design Services
- Marketing Services
- Dropshipping
- Affiliate Income
- Paid Promotions
- Digital Products
I'll share some tips on how to generate at least $500 on the side each month with these soon 👌
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Freelancing 101:
- Learn a skill (Web Design/Marketing)
- Build a brand
- Choose a niche
- Advertise your skill/service to that niche
- Analyze data every week
- Adapt advertising and messaging until you get a client
- Get results for client
- Upsell
- Get more clients
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"I want to freelance, but I don't know how to start."
1 - Learn web design + marketing
2 - Build a portfolio website + personal brand
3 - Learn how to pitch your services
4 - Sell your services
5 - Get clients
6 - Improve
Don't overcomplicate it.
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The only difference between a junior and senior developer is the number of stickers on their laptop and how many cups of coffee they drink.
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If someone says they:
- Worked a crappy job
- Slept 4 hours a night to study
- Then got a developer job
They're not saying you should do the same...
I personally had to sacrifice sleep as well, but what worked for me might not work for you.
Figure out what's best for you 👍
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"I want to freelance, but I don't know how to start."
1 → Learn web design + marketing
2 → Build a portfolio website + personal brand
3 → Niche down + learn how to pitch your services
4 → Get clients from outreach + sharing your work
5 → Adapt + improve
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My first freelancing websites were for free.
Then $200.
Then $500.
Then $1,000.
Then $5,000+.
My first monthly marketing retainers were $200.
Then $500.
Then $1,000.
Then $5,000+.
Now it’s 🚀
Start small.
Improve your skills and processes.
Get results.
Scale.
🌱🌴
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🔥 Portfolio Website Tip:
Remove this:
93% JavaScript
87% CSS
49% HTML
(Why did this become a thing?)
Would you list:
95% Team Player
92% Time Management
83% Working with Others
79% Working Under Pressure
The same way?
No.
Just list your skills...
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"I want to freelance, but I don't know how to start."
1 → Learn web design + marketing
2 → Build a portfolio website + personal brand
3 → Niche down + learn how to pitch your services
4 → Get clients from outreach + ads
5 → Adapt + improve
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These things:
- Degree
- Course
- Tutorials
- Books
- Documents
- Knowledge
...don't make you a good developer or freelancer.
What makes you a good developer and freelancer is when you take ACTION on what you've learned.
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"I want to freelance, but I don't know how to start."
1 - Learn web design + marketing
2 - Build a portfolio website + personal brand
3 - Learn how to pitch your services
4 - Sell your services
5 - Get clients
6 - Improve
Now take action and improve as you do it 👍
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❌ "I create websites."
✅ “I create stylish e-commerce websites for fashion startups.”
✅ “I create affordable 1-page websites for small businesses in 1 day.”
✅ “I help dentists get more patients - guaranteed.”
✅ “I help busy nutritionists automate their bookings.”
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ChatGPT + AI Art + NoCode = 🤯 Website
I cover the whole process from:
• Using Midjourney to create insane designs with AI.
• Using ChatGPT for the content.
• Using NoCode for the website.
...all without using any code.
🔗👇
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Do you write clean or dirty code?
I'm a dirty coder.
If it works, I'm happy 😂
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The moment I could code websites with HTML + CSS, I started freelancing.
If you're waiting until you master X framework before you start, get used to procrastinating for a long time.
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