Re:Why a CS degree is better than teaching yourself how to code
by Pinbenterjamin on Friday February 01, 2019 @08:57AM
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I somewhat agree with this short article, with the exception of the 'Prestige' portion.
"Certainly there is some level of prestige that comes with having a degree. This comes from the level of communication required to simply navigate a degree. Also it is, in a way, a validation stamp that says… “Yes - you have the skills to be a Software developer”."
You can hold yourself in high esteem for completing a degree, but as we are all aware, having a degree does not guarantee you a job.
I think between a person with a degree, and someone completely self taught, the degree holder may have a better chance at procuring a job, but what will really get you a leg up is forming habits that make you successful in both facets.
I do not have a degree, and I've won out opportunities against diploma holders, but I know when I see someone who is classically trained, and exercises effort to continue through self-teaching.
I do not believe these are two means that are at odds each other, but two complimentary ideas.
A better article may have been
'The value of school; Having multiple avenues for learning will put you ahead'
"Certainly there is some level of prestige that comes with having a degree. This comes from the level of communication required to simply navigate a degree. Also it is, in a way, a validation stamp that says… “Yes - you have the skills to be a Software developer”."
You can hold yourself in high esteem for completing a degree, but as we are all aware, having a degree does not guarantee you a job.
I think between a person with a degree, and someone completely self taught, the degree holder may have a better chance at procuring a job, but what will really get you a leg up is forming habits that make you successful in both facets.
I do not have a degree, and I've won out opportunities against diploma holders, but I know when I see someone who is classically trained, and exercises effort to continue through self-teaching.
I do not believe these are two means that are at odds each other, but two complimentary ideas.
A better article may have been 'The value of school; Having multiple avenues for learning will put you ahead'