[sigmaprimus]

30+ year old electrician with a family living in Hawaii wants a new career in software dev? Maybe head over to Zuckers compound?

Anyways, I would say "Don't quit your day job" and get working on a side hustle in software dev, if they like android dev then they should start there. Find a niche that they can offer a service or product and promote the hell out if it.

I still find it incredible that someone working as an electrician in Hawaii would want to change careers. I guess it's true that "You don't know what You have until it's gone and the grass is always greener"

[SeyelentEco]

It's not about the money but the type of work. He seems bored and software dev is something that he's likes but can't dedicate decent amount of time to it because of family requirements. I was hoping an entry level job might give him enough time to focus on learning and pay enough to take care of his family obligations.

[sigmaprimus]

OIC, Well after contemplating on your question, I think the best solution would be to help him develop an android app or tool that would assist electricians do their jobs. Possibly a calculator or database front end, it would combine his experience as an electrician and his interest in software dev into a profitable niche...just my 2 cents.

GL