How to be a Freelance Software Developer: Being Intentional in Being Solo

By Bear Cahill

Many developers would love to go solo and be their own boss. Being self-un-employed can be great, but it's not easy. Bear Cahill has been a professional software developer at companies since 1990 and freelance since 2008. He has learned vital lessons, many the hard way, and has shared them in this book. Learn great practices about how to manage clients, watch for red flags and thoughts on invoicing practices. Though Bear's insight you'll see way a bad client is worse than no client. You'll have a better picture of what to charge a client - one of the key things that makes it hard for many developers to stay freelance. The wisdom and knowledge it takes to stay solo for the long-term doesn't come easy. To find so many valuable lessons in one place is rare.If you desire to be on your own, be your own boss and control your destiny, this book is for you. While developers are smart, motivated people, that isn't all that it takes. You need to understand the dynamics of being freelance, how to deal with clients, how to manage the business, sales... and everything else.Are you good with people? Are you social? Do you balance your time, relationships, priorities and budget well? Do you have a passion for development but not able to wear the hats necessary? This book will help show you the things to consider both in concept and concretely in navigating the waters alone.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1549949748
• ISBN13: 9781549949746
• Release Date: October 2017
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.2" x 6.0"