There are several ways to make money in locksmithing:

Offer a range of services: As a locksmith, you can offer a range of services such as residential, commercial, and automotive locksmithing services. This will allow you to appeal to a wider range of customers and generate more business.

Offer emergency services: Emergency locksmith services can be highly profitable as customers are often willing to pay a premium for quick service. Make sure to advertise your emergency services and be available 24/7.

Build a strong online presence: A strong online presence can help you attract more customers and generate more revenue. This includes having a website, social media profiles, and listings in online directories.

Offer additional services: In addition to traditional locksmith services, you can also offer additional services such as security system installation, keyless entry system installation, and safe services.

Build relationships with local businesses: Building relationships with local businesses such as property management companies and real estate agents can help you generate more business through referrals.

Provide excellent customer service: Providing excellent customer service can help you build a loyal customer base and generate repeat business.

Keep up with industry trends: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technology advancements to stay ahead of the competition and offer the latest services and products to your customers.

By following these tips and offering quality services, you can build a successful and profitable locksmithing business.

Thanks to Mark Errington of Mark's Locksmith of Tigard, Oregon

<?php
// Replace YOUR_API_KEY with your actual API key
$api_key = 'YOUR_API_KEY';
$place_id = 'YOUR_PLACE_ID'; // Replace with your actual place ID

$url = "https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/place/details/json?place_id=$place_id&fields=name,rating,reviews&key=$api_key";

$ch = curl_init($url);
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, true);
$json_data = curl_exec($ch);
curl_close($ch);

$data = json_decode($json_data, true);

if ($data['status'] == 'OK') {
  $name = $data['result']['name'];
  $rating = $data['result']['rating'];
  $reviews = $data['result']['reviews'];

  echo "<h2>$name</h2>";
  echo "<p>Rating: $rating</p>";

  foreach ($reviews as $review) {
    $author_name = $review['author_name'];
    $rating = $review['rating'];
    $text = $review['text'];
    $time = date('Y-m-d H:i:s', $review['time']);

    echo "<p>Author: $author_name</p>";
    echo "<p>Rating: $rating</p>";
    echo "<p>Review: $text</p>";
    echo "<p>Time: $time</p>";
    echo "<hr>";
  }
} else {
  echo "Error: " . $data['status'];
}
?>
​

This code uses the curl function to send a request to the Google Places API and retrieve the details for a specific place, including the name, rating, and reviews. The response data is then parsed as JSON and displayed in an HTML format.

Note that in order to use this code, you will need to obtain an API key from the Google Cloud Console and replace YOUR_API_KEY and YOUR_PLACE_ID with your actual values. Also, be sure to comply with the Google Places API usage limits and policies.

Here's an example code for a simple Chrome Extension that replaces all occurrences of the word "lock" with "unlock" on a web page:

manifest.json:

{
  "manifest_version": 2,
  "name": "Locksmith Extension",
  "version": "1.0",
  "description": "Replace all occurrences of 'lock' with 'unlock'.",
  "permissions": ["activeTab"],
  "content_scripts": [{
    "matches": ["http://*/*", "https://*/*"],
    "js": ["content.js"]
  }]
}

content.js:

// Replace all occurrences of 'lock' with 'unlock'
document.body.innerHTML = document.body.innerHTML.replace(/lock/gi, 'unlock');

In this example, the manifest.json file is used to declare the name, version, and permissions of the extension, as well as to specify the content script that will be injected into web pages. The content.js file is the content script that will be executed on web pages that match the matches property in the manifest.

Note that this is a very basic example and most extensions will be much more complex. Also, keep in mind that the activeTab permission is a powerful permission that allows the extension to access and modify the content of the currently active tab. Use this permission carefully and only when necessary.

To install your own Chrome extension on your phone using Google Chrome browser, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Chrome app on your phone.
2. Go to the Chrome Web Store Developer Dashboard by typing "chrome.google.com/webstore/developer/dashboard" in the address bar or by searching for it on Google.
3. Sign in with the Google account associated with your extension.
4. Click on the "Add new item" button and select "Choose file" to upload your extension package. Your extension package should be a ZIP file containing your extension's manifest file and other necessary files.
5. Fill out the extension details, such as the name, description, and images.
6. Publish your extension by clicking on the "Publish changes" button.
7. Wait for the extension to be published, which may take a few minutes or hours.
8. Open the Google Chrome app on your phone and sign in with the same Google account you used to publish your extension.
9. Go to the Chrome Web Store and search for your extension.
10. Tap on the extension's icon to go to its detail page.
11. Tap on the "Add to Chrome" button.
12. Review the permissions the extension requires and tap "Add Extension" to confirm.
13. Wait for the extension to install, which may take a few seconds or minutes depending on the extension's size and complexity.
14. Once the installation is complete, the extension will appear in your browser's toolbar or menu.

Note that you may need to enable "Developer mode" in the Chrome browser settings on your phone in order to install your own extension. Also, keep in mind that your extension may not work as expected on mobile devices due to differences in screen size, input methods, and other factors.