Becoming a software engineer in my 30's.?

garthkn · #1 (**permalink**) 04-02-2008, 03:19 AM

I'm 31 and interested in becoming a software engineer. I have average computer skills (HTML, XML, similar), but nothing that would get me a job in software engineering. I am willing to go back to school, study, learn what it takes, etc. But, I was wondering how feasible it would be to start as a SE in my mid 30's. Has anyone else done this? Any advice? Am I wasting my time?

Luke S · #2 (**permalink**) 04-02-2008, 03:19 AM

People may say you can't but I say it's never to late to pick up something new if your willing to work hard and dedicate a certain amount of time alot of things are more possible.
Hope that helps,
Luke

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