Okay, let’s tackle this. So Hongyu has a mix of programming skills, but no explicit experience in high-demand areas like cloud computing, machine learning, or cybersecurity. His location in Seattle, a hub for tech, might help. However, his skill set isn’t overly specialized. A generalist developer with his skills could charge around $75–$125 per hour, considering the average rate for junior to mid-level developers in the US. Given his language skills, he might be able to command a bit more, but not dramatically so. Let’s assume $100 per hour, on the lower end of the range.