[BlueDingo]

It probably won't be feasible due to cost, but my CV was noticed instantly once I enrolled in a Computer Science bachelor's degree program at a local college. I didn't have the degree and was still in my first year but that seemed to help get through the first-pass filter. My knowledge and skills were then apparent during interview.

If you live somewhere with free or cheap public education then this might actually be easy. And even though I never finished the program (due to life reasons, not my intention) that first year really helped fill in some low-level gaps in my knowledge.

So! Not good advice but it could actually help if you've tried everything else.

[profile53]

Can confirm this advice. Highly recommended to explore comp sci programs at local schools or online; check WGU for example.

[neontomo]

Now here's an out-of-the-box idea, haha. Thanks!