[subandi]

Another self-taught programmer from Germany with no formal education to speak off, here. Job ads often pretend to require relevant degrees but companies will absolutely hire people without them. The "If this description doesn't fit you perfectly you should still apply" phrase they often put at the end of their ads isn't always just marketing speech.

[tonyedgecombe]

Yes, I’m sure I missed a few opportunities because I used to take job requirements too seriously.

[ceesharp]

Very true. Ended up working at multiple companies where the job ads stated that a degree is required.