Hi! I'm actually in precisely (100%) the same situation - and actually one of my friends asked if it's not me who wrote this post (that's how i got to know abou

Hi! I'm actually in precisely (100%) the same situation - and actually one of my friends asked if it's not me who wrote this post (that's how i got to know about it originally). I'm not a "so-cool" programmer, but what i have noticed: 1). All the things are good - till they produce something. In other words (if your job is not very special) - you won't be using tons of different algorithms. So learning only a few most common is simply PERFECT! 2). For all the "hard-times" buy a handbook with things that you think you might need in future (for me it's whole series of Graphics Gems :) 3). To get some grip on what you missed - try the MIT Video Courses. They have an "Introduction to Computer Science". The course is very cool and easy to follow, and should cover some of your gaps. 5). Yeah, five! And the most important - trust yourself and do LOTS of free-time projects. You heard me right - LOTS! When? For ex. I have 30h of classes a week and 25h of work - and I manage. Means - you will also ;) And, wish you good luck! 8]