I began programming when I was about 12... lost interest at 20, and eventually got back into it at 26. I missed it and that world had changed so much since I wa

I began programming when I was about 12... lost interest at 20, and eventually got back into it at 26. I missed it and that world had changed so much since I was 12. However, I was able to pick it up quickly and I am a web developer for a living. Definitely never thought I was going to be a web developer as I sat in college, studying psychology. In my 30s now and working for a public relations news corporation. You really never know where you are going to end up and anything is possible, no matter what age you are. It is always worth it and will always be worth it. Since I started, I have built two semi-popular websites at http://www.confessionsoftheprofessions.com http://www.confessionsoftheprofessions.com and https://mypost.io/ https://mypost.io/ and after those, began developing real web apps that I charge for. I just started my own business that specializes in apps for memory and communication. We have a few apps in beta testing, about 4 of them ready to go out with 4 more side projects in design and development stages. Most companies want to see your experience. Just make sure you have a portfolio and a little documentation regarding work you have done. Have references available upon request and get a LinkedIn and have them write recommendations for you and return the favor. I remember I used to be willing to give all these PEOPLE references, but after they see your work and know it is yours, they usually need not see any more than that. It can be scary, moving to another country. But believe in yourself, know that this is another path in life and an adventure you are going to take, and make the best of your situation. You have a lot of knowledge and based on that knowledge, it seems like you are always willing to learn more and go beyond. There are tons of position to be filled that go unfulfilled, even if it may seem the market is saturated with developers. You are in demand as long as you make yourself in demand. If you get tired working for the boss, work for yourself. In this day and age, more than ever, WE have the power to do that. Regret doing it. That is a much better regret than the regret for not doing it.