I'm getting fairly good with VFP, but I'm far from mastering it. VB I only know a little from looking at examples for Map Objects written in VB. I've got the basics of HTML, though I'm not sure how much I remember after doing it the easy way with FrontPage. :) I've heard of vbscript, but don't really know what it is. Javascript I've looked at a little. On OLE/COM, I'm less than a novice.

From the two messages I've got so far, I'm realizing that there's a lot more involved than just being able to program. I wonder if 5 years is enough time to learn enough?

In price I have a little bit of advantage. I've got a husband that makes a good living, so I won't starve at entry-level rates.

I think the key is to learn as much as I can between now and then, and then find myself an extroverted partner.

Thanks,

-Michelle


>I'd recommend mastering VFP and VB. You should also get very familiar with HTML, vbscript, javascript and OLE/COM. I have a full time job plus consulting, and make more consulting than I do at the full time job. However, I plan to retire from the "full-time" job in four years, if I don't drop dead first. I can then move into seeking out more clients -> more money.
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>My suggestion is to try to find someone who needs part-time help and build from there. Start with a VERY fair price for your work, and as you hone your skills, expand you client base and raise your rates. When you get to the point that you're working all the time, raise your prices.