One (of few) things I have become really good at is finding computer science jobs. CS is not for everyone and I know big tech is dystopian in its own way but these hourly jobs are killing you all and this is all I know. You are treated so shitty for so little thanks and such unfair compensation.
We will keep fighting to be treated and paid fairly, but in the meantime, pivoting to computer science or a desk job may help some of you. For the others, just disregard. I know many can't afford college (or have already gone), but there may be a path even without it.
Do you like puzzles? Decent at algebra? Do you like web stuff and visuals? CS may be for you and isn't as hard as you might think. You can pick it up in your spare time, and it is actually fun.
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Do a few starter tutorials
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Go to a software bootcamp (if you can afford it). This might be a few months of work.
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Do a bunch of leetcode easy questions. They're basically just fun puzzles you can do every night.
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Apply to internships at the big bank / insurance / whatever company in your area, or software consulting / contracting companies. They will hire anyone they think they can place somewhere, and are willing to help with training or education. There are many free resume help services online, and I'm sure Reddit will help as well – https://www.reddit.com/r/resumes/
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After the internship / consulting gig (a year or less), try to convert to a full-time employee at that company or elsewhere.
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After this, switch jobs every 2 years, getting a 15%+ raise every time. Don't tell the new company what you make, and you may be surprised to see that you can get pretty huge jumps in salary up to and beyond 50%, as you get more experience. You can even apply to fully remote positions online.
Again, I know this isn't for everyone. But you all at least deserve a salaried desk job with healthcare so you can have a SECOND to fucking breathe, and not go home every night exhausted because of backbreaking labor. Feel free to message me if you have literally any other questions.