Who "gambles" in the options market?

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Anyone here want to share their experience (success or failure) in trading options?

I might take a few grand and buy a few inexpensive option contracts (~$300 each). I would buy some puts and some calls. I will also space this out over time so that my entire bankroll is not invested at once

Does anyone have experience evaluating this like a gambling event? Is it possible to out smart the market and become a +EV trader?

Bad idea?

Thanks.