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[kerryjoy]

Do you need a degree to snag a programming gig? Eh, not really. I mean, sure, if you’re gunning for a cushy spot at a giant company with ten rounds of interviews and HR folks who still worship diplomas, that piece of paper helps. It’s like a secret handshake or whatever—shows you at least know your Big O from your elbow. But let’s be honest, the tech world’s full of people who skipped the college debt and just dove headfirst into code. Bootcamps, YouTube rabbit holes, hacking away on open source—some of the sharpest devs I know didn’t set foot in a lecture hall.

I’ve worked with folks who built killer portfolios, stacked up GitHub stars, or picked up a few certs instead of a degree, and they’re absolutely crushing it. Tech’s kinda wild that way—it cares way more about what you can do than what’s printed on your resume. Sometimes, a sick project or a few solid pull requests will get you further than a dusty diploma. That said, college does have its perks. You get a deeper dive into things like algorithms or distributed systems, plus you meet people (yes, actual networking, not just LinkedIn spam). If you’re thinking research or super-niche roles, the degree can still open doors.

Bottom line? Programming’s about showing up and solving problems, not just flashing credentials. Most hiring managers want to see you think on your feet and pick stuff up fast, not just recite textbook answers. If you’re hungry to code, there’s a million ways in—just gotta find your lane and run with it. Honestly, with everyone and their grandma learning to code online, I wouldn’t be surprised if the classic “degree required” thing fades away even more. What do you reckon—are we headed for a diploma-optional future in tech, or will some companies keep clinging to tradition like a lifeboat?

 

[Professional Writer]

We must try to understand the fact that programming is a technical field and you must be an expert when it comes to programming. This is why when it comes to programming, you may require a degree. This is quite important because you may need to attend a school when it comes to programming. You must have a diploma. You cannot learn programming at home. After considering all of these facts, I must say that degree or a diploma might be important when it comes to the field of programming and coding.

 

[lioralace]

In my opinion, a degree is no longer necessary to get into programming. I didn't have one when I first started, so a combination of side projects, a respectable GitHub repository, and simply demonstrating my problem-solving abilities helped me get noticed. Although a computer science degree can provide solid foundations, I learned the majority of the things I use on a daily basis through trial and error and a lot of Google research. In any case, degrees cannot keep up with the rapid advancements in technology. In my experience, the most important factors are curiosity, perseverance, and evidence of your ability to construct things. I think you can succeed if you're driven and prepared to work hard. degree or not.