Degrees and certifications help in immigration (especially degrees). If you’re just starting your career, padding your resume with certifications might help. If

Degrees and certifications help in immigration (especially degrees). If you’re just starting your career, padding your resume with certifications might help. If you’re trying to get into software development from other professions, then certifications might help in getting you interviews. I’d definitely do certifications if someone else is paying the fee, like your employer. Otherwise, stop a moment and think if that money has better use elsewhere - like books, conferences etc. Having said all that, generally speaking, most certifications in software aren’t worth it