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Okorie Chukwuemeka Alicho
Okorie Chukwuemeka Alicho

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Amazing Facts about Web Development

Web development is one of the most popular industries in the world. Web development focuses on building, creating, and maintaining of websites. Web design, web publishing, web programming, and datavase management.

FACTS

1. Flexibility
This industry can help you fulfill your dream of working from the comfort of your home. Thanks to Covid-19 that changed the way many workers do their job. This allows you to save time, save money and helps you spend less time on the road

2. Salary
According to indeed.com, the salary for an average developer is around $78, 500 per annum. Don't worry if you are new, its a journey and you'd get there. I also have good news for you if you are beginner. in the US junior developer earn up to $60,000 annually.

3.Ability To Work For Yourself
Yes you can be your own boss and thanks to platforms like Upwork and Freelancer that allows you know you to get project from people you know or search for project that you can work on and get paid.

CHALLENGES

1. Very Competitive
Most beginners face hard times securing their first job, this is because of an empty portfolio. Here is a little trick, you can get dummy projects on YouTube and other platform, start from there and keep increasing your portfolio. As a beginner you should look out for apprenticeship or internship Position.

2. Fast Paced Industry
To stay relevant in this industry you need to be open to learn new languages and skills. Things happen quickly and continuously In a fast-paced environment. You may find yourself moving from one task to another without much time in between. Below are things to consider if you want to keep the pace in the industry.

  1. Educate yourself on your role
  2. Get to know your coworkers
  3. Pay attention to details
  4. Take a break when possible
  5. Find ways to multitask
  6. Create goals

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