>I've written some scripts and other little projects for people I know here and there for small amounts, but it is extremely inconsistent availability even thou

>I've written some scripts and other little projects for people I know here and there for small amounts, but it is extremely inconsistent availability even though they trust what I deliver. Expand your network a little. Ask them for their help for new jobs. You helped them, maybe they can help you? How about becoming a (software) tester?