Only one person on the React team has a CS degree. Doesn’t mean they’re not useful, but the perception that you need to have it to get hired is false.
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Replying to @dan_abramov @lucasgdiez
As an immigrant, the biggest reason to get a degree really is have an easier time getting a Visa to the US or EU, govs aren't as fast adapting as the industry. I don't hold one and was lucky enough to work in EU and now US but not everyone is.
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Replying to @JMSerruya @lucasgdiez
That’s true! I actually can’t get an H1B for that reason. (Not that I want to anymore anyway.)
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You can always get an L1 and then a green card if you're still at FB and want to come over.
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Replying to @sophiebits @dan_abramov and
L1 without a degree is unlikely. There’s two different types of L1. There’s the “blanket L1” which is very easy to get with a degree and 1 year working abroad. The standard L1 requires specialised knowledge and it’s hard to make that case to USCIS.
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Replying to @sebmck @sophiebits and
Depends on the kind of L1. I’ve a blanket L1-A with no degree (though 10 years of work xp) my understanding is that L1-B is a bit harder without formal education .
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L1-B is hard because it requires making the case that you have specialised knowledge. If you’ve been at a company for only a year or two then it’s pretty hard to convince the US government that you’re essential.
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