[wernercd]

Sorry to be snarky, but you come off a little strong... sounds a bit astroturfish?

With that aside, I think the article makes a good points. Prices are rising and they seem to be mainly beneficial for existing professionals.

IMO: Nano-degree's would only be a step above certifications - A+, Network+, etc. And a step below a 2 year degree... then most important, experience.

A class from 10 years ago is definitely meaningless... after your first few jobs, college as a whole is meaningless outside of connections made and HR checkboxes to be met.

For the same reason this nano-degree might help... but it'll be just as meaningless sooner - because its specialized, quickly out-dated and still less important than demonstratable experience or a 2/4 year degree.