The short answer is no. You are not too old.
The older you are, the better your communication skills tend to be. Having great communication skills is the main factor for your success in the Python freelancing space.
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Here’s the link to the Python freelancing webinar.
Just to make this point crystal clear: there are plenty of successful freelancers earning more than employees who have very limited technical skills. They are successful because they are responsive, positive, upbeat, and are committed making the lives of their clients easier. That’s what matters most as a freelancer.
As you see there’s no age barrier here—just double down on your advantages rather than focus too much on your disadvantages.
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