It depends. If you have a high IQ and enjoy programming to the point where it consumes most of your time, then forego the degree. In this capacity, programmin

It depends. If you have a high IQ and enjoy programming to the point where it consumes most of your time, then forego the degree. In this capacity, programming is fun and you thoroughly enjoy solving the next challenge. If you have an average IQ and/or if you find programming more of a "job", then you need a degree. In this capacity, even though you should be programming, you'd rather be gaming or doing something else.