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Hi everyone, I could really use some guidance from people with experience.

I’m a 2025 B.Tech IT graduate. During college, I self-learned graphic design and started freelancing — initially doing free work, then gradually charging clients. By the time I finished college, I had a decent portfolio.

However, I started feeling like design is underpaid long-term, so I decided to switch to full stack development. I even took a course, but honestly, it didn’t help me gain real confidence or strong skills.

After graduation, I continued freelancing in both design and a bit of web development (with the help of AI tools). Recently, I got a remote offer from a US-based company as a graphic designer, paying $1000/month. They selected me purely based on my design work.

Now I’m confused about my future:

Should I continue in graphic design and grow in that field?

Or should I seriously switch to full stack development for better long-term opportunities?

Is it possible to combine both (like UI/UX + development)?

I don’t want to regret my decision 3–5 years down the line, so I’d really appreciate advice from people who’ve been in similar situations.

Thanks in advance 🙏

Hi everyone, I could really use some guidance from people with experience.

I’m a 2025 B.Tech IT graduate. During college, I self-learned graphic design and started freelancing — initially doing free work, then gradually charging clients. By the time I finished college, I had a decent portfolio.

However, I started feeling like design is underpaid long-term, so I decided to switch to full stack development. I even took a course, but honestly, it didn’t help me gain real confidence or strong skills.

After graduation, I continued freelancing in both design and a bit of web development (with the help of AI tools). Recently, I got a remote offer from a US-based company as a graphic designer, paying $1000/month. They selected me purely based on my design work.

Now I’m confused about my future:

Should I continue in graphic design and grow in that field?

Or should I seriously switch to full stack development for better long-term opportunities?

Is it possible to combine both (like UI/UX + development)?

I don’t want to regret my decision 3–5 years down the line, so I’d really appreciate advice from people who’ve been in similar situations.

Thanks in advance 🙏

Hi everyone, I could really use some guidance from people with experience.

I’m a 2025 B.Tech IT graduate. During college, I self-learned graphic design and started freelancing — initially doing free work, then gradually charging clients. By the time I finished college, I had a decent portfolio.

However, I started feeling like design is underpaid long-term, so I decided to switch to full stack development. I even took a course, but honestly, it didn’t help me gain real confidence or strong skills.

After graduation, I continued freelancing in both design and a bit of web development (with the help of AI tools). Recently, I got a remote offer from a US-based company as a graphic designer, paying $1000/month. They selected me purely based on my design work.

Now I’m confused about my future:

Should I continue in graphic design and grow in that field?

Or should I seriously switch to full stack development for better long-term opportunities?

Is it possible to combine both (like UI/UX + development)?

I don’t want to regret my decision 3–5 years down the line, so I’d really appreciate advice from people who’ve been in similar situations.

Thanks in advance 🙏

Hi everyone, I could really use some guidance from people with experience.

I’m a 2025 B.Tech IT graduate. During college, I self-learned graphic design and started freelancing — initially doing free work, then gradually charging clients. By the time I finished college, I had a decent portfolio.

However, I started feeling like design is underpaid long-term, so I decided to switch to full stack development. I even took a course, but honestly, it didn’t help me gain real confidence or strong skills.

After graduation, I continued freelancing in both design and a bit of web development (with the help of AI tools). Recently, I got a remote offer from a US-based company as a graphic designer, paying $1000/month. They selected me purely based on my design work.

Now I’m confused about my future:

Should I continue in graphic design and grow in that field?

Or should I seriously switch to full stack development for better long-term opportunities?

Is it possible to combine both (like UI/UX + development)?

I don’t want to regret my decision 3–5 years down the line, so I’d really appreciate advice from people who’ve been in similar situations.

Thanks in advance 🙏