If you're in the U.S., take 1-2 intro programming courses at a local community college. If you get an A, and like the course content, you will be in a much bet

If you're in the U.S., take 1-2 intro programming courses at a local community college. If you get an A, and like the course content, you will be in a much better position to determine if you should go it alone or get a degree.