A degree will often act as gatekeeping, in my view. There is a difference between a degree and an education. Once you have a computer and an internet connectio

A degree will often act as gatekeeping, in my view. There is a difference between a degree and an education. Once you have a computer and an internet connection, you're good to go. A degree will cost a lot more, especially today. Getting a CS degree is better, of course, but it's like everything, it has a cost. It just happens that teaching yourself is possible and much more accessible. There are pro/cons for both.