42: Is a computer science degree better than a coding bootcamp?

Learn to code in three months? Get a high paying job after? Who wouldn’t choose a coding bootcamp. But is it the right choice for you? In this episode we go over the difference between a computer science degree and a coding bootcamp? If you’re looking for a career in the software industry, getting the right amount of education can determine your career path.

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• 0:00 – 0:36 Intro
• 0:38 – 2:26 Tech Girl Code Background
• 2:26 – 4:47 Switching From Being A Software Engineer To Teaching Software Engineering
• 4:54 – 7:42 Is 35 too old to get a degree? Or Should I go to a Bootcamp?
• 7:50 – 10:01 How To Adapt To Different Learning Styles?
• 10:10 – 11:48 How To Stay Motivated When Learning To Code?
• 11:50 – 14:49 Are Coding Bootcamp Grads More Employable Than College Grads?
• 14:52 – 16:31 What Is The Easiest Way To Get Into The Tech Industry?
• 16:31 – 16:48 Closing Remarks

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