Do a coding bootcamp. You'll both learn to code and make contacts with a bunch of the right people.
"... I do have an engineering degree, but I wasn't a very stellar engineer, I mostly just gamed the system and got by, graduated with a 3.2 gpa which says a lot about my lack of commitment and focus."
My bet is that you're suffering from imposter syndrome.
"... I do have an engineering degree, but I wasn't a very stellar engineer, I mostly just gamed the system and got by, graduated with a 3.2 gpa which says a lot about my lack of commitment and focus."
My bet is that you're suffering from imposter syndrome.