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From Rags To Riches

So I am just getting serious about web programming and I am wondering something. How long in hours spent or days does it take for someone to become proficient enough in web programming to start making money from either freelancing or business. Also what should I start with.

4 Answers

James Barnett
James Barnett
39,199 Points

This guy did it in 827 hours over the course of 9 months and 2 days

Thank you great success story

Matt Campbell
Matt Campbell
9,767 Points

I think I got my first job after about 600 hours and 8 - 10 weeks from signing up to Treehouse.That said, I'm still learning everyday.

Was it freelance