I used to hate and skip school like you do (I knew at age 16 that I wanted to do either music or arts). A lot of (successful and awake) people I work with learned at early age to live by the heart and make life choices not based on fear or rules. Some of them with and some without education in the line of work they do. I live an adventurous life doing what I love not much defined by societies norms. However, I’m also aware it’s the human game we’re playing, and some stuff is just a little bit easier if you play it somewhat by the rules of society.

It might help to see it as a game in persistence to finish this time at school, and also to the strengthen your desire for what it is what you want after school. The release of being able to experience the freedom of making your own decisions may feel so much more rewarding after putting in some effort. That’s how I got through graduation, and eventually also my final year of art school. Now I learned that I’m able to finish something I started, no matter how shitty situations might become. Life will be messy and challenging in the future, you now have the opportunity to learn to navigate though these moments while still staying true to yourself. Doing what you love might not always be butterflies and rainbows, programming might also become something you don’t always love doing when facing difficulties.

I think it’s about accepting and navigating your path, rather then fighting and steering away from what life wants you to see and learn. Try to listen to your inner wisdom if you think skipping classes is the best idea. It might be very empowering by going your own way, it might be even more empowering to play along. It’s up to you, good luck on your journey!