# ZoomaLens

> A global, contributor-powered media platform covering tech, hustle, career, and culture — from fresh voices with real insights. Created by Hayes John, this global platform provides practical insights on tools, side hustles, internships, and career advice for students and early-career developers navigating the tech industry.

ZoomaLens focuses on four main areas: tech tools and development practices, career guidance and internship advice, digital entrepreneurship strategies, and culture & opinion pieces. The platform is contributor-powered, giving emerging writers a bold platform to share what matters.

## Blog Posts

- [From $0 to $5k: How I Made My First Digital Side Income](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/career/from-0-to-5k-my-first-digital-side-income/): The real story of how I earned my first $100k online — without capital, connections, or a huge following. And how you can too.
- [How to Make the Most of Your SIWES or Internship](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/career/make-the-most-of-your-siwes-internship/): Most internships waste students' time. Here's how to make yours count — even if no one assigns you anything.
- [Should You Learn Prompt Engineering in 2025?](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/career/should-you-learn-prompt-engineering-2025/): A comprehensive guide to understanding if prompt engineering is worth your time in 2025.
- [Side Hustle Stack for Students 2025](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/career/side-hustle-stack-for-students-2025/): The essential tools and strategies for students to build successful side hustles.
- [Astro, Bun, or Node: What Devs Are Switching To in 2025](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/tech/astro-bun-or-node-what-devs-are-switching-to-in-2025/): A deep dive into the latest trends in JavaScript frameworks and runtimes.
- [Top 5 Tools I Use Every Day as a Student Dev](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/tech/top-5-tools-i-use-every-day-as-a-student-dev/): Discover the essential tools that help me stay productive as a student developer.
- [Why We Started Zoomalens](https://www.zoomalens.com/posts/why-we-started-zoomalens/): The story behind Zoomalens and why We created it.

## Optional

- [About Page](https://www.zoomalens.com/about/): More information about Hayes John and ZoomaLens
- [Write for Us](https://www.zoomalens.com/write-for-us/): Join ZoomaLens as a contributor and share your stories
- [Contributor Guidelines](https://www.zoomalens.com/contributor-guidelines/): Guidelines for writers interested in contributing
- [Search](https://www.zoomalens.com/search/): Search functionality for blog content