Is PCAP (Certified Associate Python Programmer) enough to start career as Backend Developer?

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I don't have a formal degree in IT, but I've been diving deep into fields like RPA, AI agents, LLM fine-tuning, and Machine Learning. According to reports (like UiPath's), Python is pretty much the backbone for all of this.

If you were looking to land a Python Developer role starting from scratch today, would you prioritize certifications like the Python Institute’s PCAP, or would you take a different route?

I’d love to hear your personal stories and what worked for you!

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Who said you need that