Python Job?

You can certainly get a Python job at your age, though you'll probably have to find a company willing to work with you. I have a number of good friends your age that have big positions in the tech industry, so it's definitely possible. Even if you don't get a company to work with you, you could always try freelancing. That's what I've been doing ever since I was also 16 (I'm 18 now). That being said, I would totally learn Python, anyway. All my teachers in both science and math let me use my laptop during class so I could script the whole thing in Python. Your mileage may vary, but they let me write a script that would do all the work for me, and they accepted it as if I had done the work myself. Python is very worth it, no matter your age!

Hi Zachary!

First of all, huge props to you for already identifying a passion of yours you'd like to pursue. I mimic what Michael has to say about studying with us- Whether your obtain the skills now at 16 or years later, your knowledge and skillset will make you valuable to someone.

Honestly, I think the earlier you begin the better off you'll be. If you're able to take the Python Techdegree now, you're going to really begin to develop and hone a unique skillset, so when you're an adult and not limited by any potential child labor laws, you're going to be good to go. Even so, as Michael mentioned, you can still likely find a position now, just perhaps it won't be full time, but you'll still be able to make an excellent impression over the next couple years and prove your worth for a full time gig when you're of age.

I hope this helps some! Keep up the hard work.