The degree itself opens doors that can remain closed to you otherwise.
Get some theory in you and you will stand out from those without it.
There is lots of time to be a code monkey.
You may not see the relevance of certain courses, some may never be directly relevant. But they are shaping your mind getting you used to abstract thought and greek letters.
What we have atm is a job market where you can make good money with your skills. Consider that the "weather", it may come and go. In leaner times, the degree can be of more value.
What we have atm is a job market where you can make good money with your skills. Consider that the "weather", it may come and go. In leaner times, the degree can be of more value.