[pixeloution]

Getting a degree isn't a prerequisite; and its possible to learn enough on your own to get a great job in the industry. I have at least a few people on my team at fortune 100 company without degrees and making comfortably six figures.

You can read about some non-degree holders in the industry here: https://www.nocsdegree.com/

I'm not saying it's easy. There's a vast amount to know and master, and it will require a lot of practice building things to get the skills required. Not to mention study to get through the hiring hoops of algorithmic problems candidates are expected to solve at major companies during interviews.

[dadofprogammer]

What are these coding boot camps exactly? It seems like the material they cover is stuff someone who knows how to write code would already understand. Is it actually valuable?

[new_guy]

Stay well clear of them, they're garbage.

I'd suggest getting your son a personal tutor, even someone he can just talk with over skype/zoom whatever. He probably just needs a mentor/friend to help him get through stuff.

He'll do great at uni, and although a degree isn't a requisite, it will make his path a lot easier and if he's in a position to get one, he absolutely should. Despite what people say, it is basically invaluable.

And kudos to you for looking out for your son, the world needs more fathers like you.