Ok, to me it sounds like it might be a pain if I understand you correctly. So for me probably not worth it then. I don't have any experience with software development.
I guess good luck guys!
Not so much as pain, as a "commitment".
It's kinda the trade-off to being "part" of the development effort and adds a new dimension to this hobby if one wants to learn and be involved at a deeper level.
Just depends upon what you're looking to make of this hobby, but the key is keeping it fun.
If it feels like work, creates it's own stress, & has lost the fun factor....it's not really a hobby any more, is it
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re: software development, the Devs will do the heavy lifting, don't worry.
They might just need some additional help, validation, or a 2nd set of eyes and testing sometimes. The gents here will help you if you're willing to also invest some effort into improving your knowledge & skills on your own as time goes on.