No. I don't know you! I can only share with you what benefits I reap.

It would be like explaining to someone how riding a bicycle could improve their life. You can try... but it will sound like a bunch of "bicycle-love prose".... if you know what I mean.

Do I know people who have earned a few extra bucks with an app(s) they wrote? Yeah... I know a couple coders that have sold software. But for them... it wasn't just the money. They improved peoples lives.

Have my garage door alert saved me from a burglary? Probably not really. But I am sure it has saved me a few heating/cooling dollars. Does my security cameras really deter a break-in... who knows. But the comfort of feeling secure does have value.

So do many people in the area where I live work in the technology fields? Yes they do! This area of the old rust belt has been re-born thanks to technology. There are endless numbers of people evolved in services and products related to new Web/cloud/tech use. Heck even the books I buy now are digital. And I can keep them forever... without them ever gathering dust. The same can be said for digital movies.

Being retired... I can assure you I earn nothing via technological progress. Do I save some money? likely not. Is my live richer, fuller, smarter, and more connected to the other humans that I love.... YES. Yes it is.