Can you succeed as an indie programmer?

Question

How can a self-taught programmer become successful as an independent programmer?

Answer 1

After reading some success stories of indie programmers, I think you can succeed as an indie programmer too. You need some motivation (as Charan Leo25 suggests) and a lot of dedication.
Happy coding ^_^

Answer 2

who is an indie programmer? kindly explain to me

Answer 3

An indie programmer is an independent programmer not necessarily employed. Most freelancers are. @Celestino

Answer 4

Thanks fellow coders for your comments. They've made me more hopeful than before.