What to do after sixth form.

So, im 17, iv been learning VB.NET for 2 years now and have made countless applications for coursework etc. At the end of the 2 year course when i have my A-Level, will i be able to go in to a low-end programming job without a degree. I am really worried that i wont be able to do this and i will have to work at ASDA all my life.
Please help / give advice on what i should do after college. Thanks

Start working on your portfolio (aka start making apps/programs) in order for you to have something to validate your skills and knowledge in the field.
If possible, get an internship, paid or not.

I would say to not bother with community service, because in the IT/CS field(s), it all comes down to whether you know how to do the job or not.

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After college or sixth form it is very unlikely, unless you've been doing it in your spare time hugely, that you're going to have the required skills for software engineering.

If you are truly passionate and want to get into software then after college/sixth form you should go to University or get an apprenticeship in software engineering or something similar.

Of course, if you're an extremely passionate person and are willing to dedicate a lot of time to learning things yourself - Creating a portfolio of your skills and thing you have created is more than enough to get a low end programming job.

What to do after sixth form.

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