Bachelors after bootcamp?
Second opinion..?
I took a bootcamp in software engineering the past year with the thought that I could transition into the SWE field. It was enjoyable as I picked up some hands-on skills creating web applications using JS, React paired with node/express as well as a bit of mysql for database. Those were the primary focus and we did a couple projects from start to finish but nothing crazy.
After the bootcamp, I started applying to jobs but realized I severely lack experience with algorithms and data structures which I believe are essential in successfully interviewing for these roles..so i started focusing more on grinding leetcode while taking their data structures and algorithms course.
Honestly though, i haven’t been getting any interviews lately and a lot of the internships and entry level positions have a bachelor’s degree in computer science listed as a prerequisite. Some people say it’s the end of the year/start of the year so hiring is a bit slow while others say the job market is just really shitty lately.
I’m thinking if i should just do more schooling and get a bachelor’s degree in computer science given that im 100% set on making this my career goal. I enjoy coding and see myself working in this field..
Is it a waste of time or would it significantly increase my chances of landing the first job?
Edit. I already have a bachelors in a completely irrelevant field.