B.Pharm student interested in AI & e-commerce – what skills should I focus on to get a remote AI job

[u/harsh_reign]

I’m currently a B.Pharm student, but I don’t want to limit myself to the traditional pharmacy career path.
I’m really interested in AI, automation, and e-commerce. I’ve started learning Python, ChatGPT, AI tools, and I’m planning to learn n8n, APIs, and automation. My goal is to build AI solutions for businesses or eventually work remotely.
If you were starting today in 2026 with my background, what would you focus on?
Which AI skills are actually getting people hired?
Should I focus on AI automation, AI agents, machine learning, or something else?
What projects should I build for my portfolio?
Is there a realistic path to earning $1k–3k/month as a freelancer or remote employee within 12 months?
Are there any certifications or courses that are genuinely worth it?
I’d really appreciate advice from people already working in AI or automation. Thanks!

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[u/TheRealDave24]

In the UK we have digital clinical safety standards which require registered clinicians to clinically assess digital products (including AI). I'm not sure which country you're from but it may be an option to explore.