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When\nyou\u2019re someone who has a love for tech, you may spend your days and nights\nindulging your passion. This could be expressed in ways such as playing video\ngames, learning to create new apps or trying to build a tech-related business.\nWhatever the case may be, there are more than enough areas of tech to keep you\nengaged for a lifetime. Some hobbies, however, need money to sustain whether it\nbe a habit or a career pursuit. Here are practical ways that you can fund your\ntech passions whether as a hobby or full-time venture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get a\nPart-Time Job <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\nhappen to be employed and don\u2019t have disposable income to fund your tech\npassions, why not think about getting another part time job? This frees up your\nincome and gives you far more to experiment with. In case you need ideas for\npart time jobs, here are a few below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Web\nDesigner<\/strong>: For\nthose with coding and design skills, becoming a web designer or\ndeveloper<\/a> would be\na good job option. It\u2019s a way to work flexibly and you can do it alongside a\nfull-time job or as a freelance role. You\u2019ll need to know basics such as coding\nand have knowledge of programming languages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Freelance\nWriter<\/strong>: Writing is\nanother ideal option to consider seeing as you can also do it at any time\nthat\u2019s convenient for you. You could cover any topics including those that are\ntech related as long as there is a demand for your niche area. To become a freelance writer<\/a>, start by building an image\nonline. You can then market yourself and begin hunting for prospects via social\nnetworks and freelance platforms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start a\nBlog <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following\non from the previous point, starting a blog can bring in money if you\u2019re good\nat writing. Consider a niche that meets a need and that also isn\u2019t too\nsaturated. If you\u2019re curious about some of the best tech blogs<\/a> out there, Wired, Fast Company and\nNY Times Bits are great examples. Study such blogs and see what they\u2019re doing\nright. You can then begin creating content and engaging your audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sell\nServices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\nhave any non-tech related services you can offer, consider selling them during\nyour spare time. Thanks to the internet, you can offer your services virtually\nas well as in person.  Below are a few\nservices you could offer. On months that you don\u2019t generate enough income or\noverspend, perhaps look into getting personal loans<\/a> until you get your next income. <\/p>\n\n\n\n