skfroi

I read this as if I would have wrote it.

I never got an allowance but I mostly got want I needed and wanted within reason. This was basically determined by the chores I did and how much I generally helped in the house.

My parents and grandparents always sat me down to do the monthly budget with them. I learned early on the way money flowed in and out of the household. That gave me a perspective on debt and credit that many of my friends didn't have.

I did get cash on birthdays and holidays and on some other special occasions.

Once I started working (around 13) that money was mine to do with as I pleased. There was a great sense of personal responsibility. I think that really helped me once I left my parents home at about 17.

I have no opinion on the "free" money of not doing chores. All kids and families are different. I will say that having my parents be honest about our finances and not shielding my as much did help me in the long run.

Hey Oswald!

I saw that PyCon Jamaica is a go for November, that's awesome.

Hope to see you again in PyCaribbean come February.

Thanks for mentioning the issue with the tickets. It's now fixed.

There's currently early birds tickets available for $100. Regular price will be $150.

PyCaribbean organizer here. Feel free to ask us any questions.

I completely agree. There are some fields where certificates or any other form of completion acknowledgement are highly valued. My experience is that a good portfolio of projects makes all the difference.

Get out of the house. I've been a freelancer for over a year and have a home office and I can't stress this enough. There will be occasions when your brain will just not work and a brief trip to the coffee shop, coworking place, or just a walk can really refresh your mind.