IT-Freelancer

The transition to self-employment comes with many advantages as well as some disadvantages. Especially in the IT sector, the appeal of working flexibly as a consultant and choosing the most exciting projects is significant. Are you ready to take the plunge? Starting your first projects as an IT freelancer can initially feel overwhelming: Do I meet all the requirements to get started? What do I need to know right now? Which projects are exciting for me? And how do I acquire my first clients? Maurice Knopp provides answers to all these questions, sharing his extensive professional experience as an IT consultant and software developer in this book. Here, you will find practical and optimized tools and tips for executing your first project, as well as guidance for sustainable planning of your self-employment in the future. Start your freelance adventure now!

Contents:

Is freelancing right for you? The profession of the IT freelancer
Overview of IT project types
Visibility in business networks
Project selection and application
Tax setup
Onboarding – the first weeks in the project
Hardware and software setup
Further education and personal development
Targeted use of AI tools to ease work
Legal matters and (retirement) planning.