New ask Hacker News story: Ask HN: Is Traditional College Education Obsolete in the Tech Industry?

Ask HN: Is Traditional College Education Obsolete in the Tech Industry?
6 by koconder | 5 comments on Hacker News.
I've been pondering the current and future state of education in the tech industry and would love to hear your thoughts on a pressing question: Is traditional college education becoming obsolete in our field? Knowledge can be acquired in a number of ways now. online courses, bootcamps, self-learning, etc. 1. How well do you think traditional college programs are keeping up with the fast-paced evolution of technology? 2. Given the high costs of college education, do you believe the investment is still justified by the value it provides, especially in the tech industry? 3. How much weight do employers in tech currently place on formal education versus practical experience and self-taught skills? 4. With the continual advancement of online and alternative educational resources, what do you foresee for the future of traditional college education in our field? 5. If you're comfortable sharing, what was your path like? Did you find your college education beneficial in your tech career, or did you take a different route? I'm keen to hear a variety of perspectives, especially from those who have navigated different paths in the tech industry. Full disclaimer: I work in tech but also teach post-graduate level for AI/ML.