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You should've communicated to them that your housing situation is unstable and wouldn't have access to internet for a week. From their perspective you were just being unreliable and sketchy.
Also, most cities have coworking spaces, which should be your first choice over library/cafe/college for a full work day.
I disagree about telling an employer about instability in your life. they simply won't take be understanding.
Coworking spaces cost money.
Is your situation that you have literally $0 and no credit? In that case, I don't think remote work is realistically feasible. In the future I'd just be honest and communicate your situation with your employer. Realistically though, until your situation is stable, I'd try to find an in-office or hybrid job. Remote work is generally harder to get so if you were able to get a remote job I'm sure you could find something in-office or hybrid.
This, plus the office can come with some perks that might be useful to you or help you save some money - mine offers soup, bread and fruit, and also showers + deodorant (for people who like to cycle or jog to work).
Maybe you could find a privately owned small Internet cafe and explain the situation. They might let you run up a tab and pay once you start getting your paycheck.
Isn't it possible to strike a deal if you tell them of your predicament?