I'd say only marginally. Even actual degrees are worth less than your portfolio of your actual works. "Non-accredited" certificates like nanodegrees (as opposed

I'd say only marginally. Even actual degrees are worth less than your portfolio of your actual works. "Non-accredited" certificates like nanodegrees (as opposed to "real" certs like CCIE that companies take seriously) can give you an edge when you say you have a certified coursework if you're pitted against someone who is similar to you. However, it won't be much of a leverage against someone more matched for a job or more experienced than you.