I spent 3 months in a $12k bootcamp last year and honestly felt like I rushed through everything without really getting it. But then my buddy learned Python on his own using free YouTube videos over 8 months and now he's actually building apps for a startup. The bootcamp gave me structure but I forgot half the stuff within a week. Self-taught seems harder to stick with but you go at your own pace. Which approach actually works better long term for people who've tried both?
Lost my diploma in a move and my new job is asking for it. I need a replacement that looks legit with the actual school name and seal, not some generic template. Any recommendations?