You were really getting shafted as a web developer and likely could've made a lot more... But on the other hand I'm glad you found something you like more. I still prefer programming, with or without AI assistance, to just about any other work I could do. I have a gig where I generally get to solve slightly different problems every day (very wide domain) and I have no idea what other job could provide this without being in danger from LLMs.

I know a few carpenters of the self-employed variety and I gather it can be a very rewarding job if you're into it. I could never, I need more stimulation for my ADHD, I need to be able to do a week worth of work in 2 hours when things are overdue, it doesn't really work in carpentry lol

raises hand

Construction is nice. We mostly demolish things. It's good exercise, fun, and keeps the demons at bay.