The i-programmer’s review of O’Reilly’s 2016-17 stats show the average salary for web developers worldwide. It highlights countries that put most value on web developers according to the average salary they are provided. Read here.

Having coded myself in the past years, i know how toiling it can be for a programmer or web developer. Particularly with the release of template web builders, it feels like they’ve been undervalued in recent years. As such it’s great to see Australia being second on the list as a country that acknowledges web developers as valuable professionals.

Real developers go far beyond the walls of DIY website builders and provide crucial insights and logic that contribute to a successful project. The web industry is no exception, you get what you pay for. Don’t expect the world if your budget doesn’t match.

If you’d like assistance with matching budgets vs expectations let me know.