I have a friend who believes that his life is ruined if he doesn't master a computer language is he right?

I wouldn’t say it’s an easy way to become wealthy, but you can make a good living working with computers.

As far as languages go, I’d suggest Python for starting out. The syntax is pretty clean, it hides much of the complexity for you and allows you focus on the main concepts of programming. There are a lot of excellent resources available for Python as well. Your life won’t be ruined without a programming language though. It’s worth learning for anyone interested in coding.

Most people don’t know a computer language. I think the surest ways to make a lot of money are in sales and real estate. The really relentless, focused hard workers in those fields can get really really rich.’

The people who get rich in software have the attitude that would probably make them rich in other fields, too.

Your friend needs to get outside and take a good look around. There’s a world full of other ways out there to make his mark besides with 1’s and 0’s.

Seriously? Mastering computer skills isn’t a short-cut to wealth. It takes more than that. Your friend is better off honing in on their personal strengths and finding the right fit when it comes to a career.

He’s wrong. All you need is that little mouse.

Here is a tip. Being a plumber pays really well. And your job can’t be outsourced.

Here is another thing about computer jobs. Once you are 40 jobs get very hard to find. Sure you could start the next youtube but that is like winning the lottery.

Tech gets a lot of shit (deserved) for sexism and it is just as bad for ageism.

I still kick myself for not going to school to fix cars. The computer game sucks and is unpredictable.

Here is a tip. Being a plumber pays really well. And your job can’t be outsourced.

Yep.

Electrician
Physical therapy
Nursing
HVAC

There are a lot of high-skill, hands-on jobs that will always be in demand. They won’t make you wealthy, but they can make you a very comfortable living.

Yes, I believe it was King Richard that first uttered that classic line: Some code, some code, my kingdom for some code.