There are few things that aren't improved by a good financial situation. This kid is doing very well. Developing marketable skills at such a young age is impressive.
As Eric Schmidt would say, "revenue solves all known problems"
And he would be wrong. But probably, hopefully, also not entirely serious.
Haha yeah I know he’s a mess of a human being.
I got into software because I loved it as a kid. I'm also surrounded by people constantly complaining about crippling student debt, expensive housing, the current job market, unhappiness at work, a lack of satisfaction in their life - problems I don't have to deal with because I made good money doing what I love at a young age.
Am I missing any other "more important" things? Give the kid a break - this is cool and I'm glad they're showing off a project here.
OP having these skills now means more free time in University or easier time finding first dev jobs which will pay off in the future. Compound interest and all that.
does doing what you enjoy - whatever that is - qualify as "more important things"?