Risk: Moderate

Starting the DevOps Nomad Alex side hustle from scratch can involve potential losses of money, time, and energy. Beginners may face the risk of spending money on tools or resources without seeing immediate returns. There are startup costs for equipment, training, and marketing that may not pay off right away, especially if the individual is unable to invest significant time and effort. Online discussions indicate that some people have failed to make a profit or recoup their initial investments. I'd rate the risk a 2 out of 3 because there is a moderate risk of incurring losses, especially for those who cannot afford to lose money and lack experience in this field.