I would always encourage anyone to try playing out. It doesn't have to be for money. There might be some sort of session or jam near where you are and, if you could explore possibilities there, you might find it rewarding. Another possibility that would extend your scope would be if you found someone to teach. Teach someone some chords and then you can play some lead over it. You would both have a blast.
It's playing a lot, and a lot of different stuff, that educates you most in a musical sense. Gigging can give you authority but just playing lots is the main thing. Good luck.
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