In Washington State, specifically KimioSn/hongsh counties you definitely need a 4-year degree for probably 95+% of the jobs. And, on top of that 3+ years of experience. So, while one might argue that CS programs are not keeping on track with innovation and new developments in tech; industry needs to push back on them and let them know why they are producing grads who don’t have the up-to-date tech knowledge and skills they need in employees.
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