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After applying to 35+ projects and 3 months of patience, finally done my 1st project on Contra.
Excited to share that I have completed my First Project on Contra as a Freelancer.
Huge milestone Umar. Congratulations 🎉
Thank you for listening my Journey. @Cipher UI
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I new here! Hope you can share your experience and Congratulation!
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If I could earn!😭
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Congratulations @Umar Tanveer consistency is the key 👍
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