The main issue with learning on your own is that you won't have the alumni network nor the degree that signals that you can program. It makes getting that first

The main issue with learning on your own is that you won't have the alumni network nor the degree that signals that you can program. It makes getting that first and second job in the field, much more difficult. That said, if you find yourself with an opportunity, take it and learn the rest yourself. Personally, I would look into bootcamps in Germany as the primary option and at degrees from German universities as the second option, primarily because bootcamps will probably get you started in a new career faster. To get you started on your research take a look at https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-major-coding-boot-camps-in-Germany https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-major-coding-boot-camps-i... and then do some research at SwitchUp and CourseReport. Best of luck!