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Are you currently working?
After 2 years of work experience, most companies won’t care if you actually have a degree.
That being said, you’re so close that if you can find an employer that has a continuing education program, you might as well finish out your degree. It can’t hurt to be able to tick the “has a college degree” box on applications.
I'd do it. With a degree you can circumvent many requirements that you might not have. Also a great boon if you choose to go into another field later down the line. Basically tells your prospective employer that you're smart and able to learn new stuff.
I don't have a college degree and have done quite well, but I have also spent many years making much less working many more hours. When I did finally "make it," I was working alongside much younger people who were early in career who had degrees.
Experience will trump schooling over the long run, but schooling shows drive and follow-through when you don't have enough or the right work experience yet.
If and when you are financially able to, finish it. You'll be proud of yourself. Certifications do help especially in tech but the best asset to have across industries is "communications" skill. Especially verbal.
I agree with everyone who said it would be worth it to finish it. Its not the only way to get into tech but its definitely going to be the easiest and fastest way. Many places won't even consider you if you don't have a degree so it opens up a lot more opportunities as well.
It seems that having a degree has become less of a requirement these days, but you are so .... close .. i would finish the degree online, and keep employed to continue building experience and having a paycheck. Then when you have that degree, your resume will be that much more attractive.