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I did the same at about 43. Had some tech support background and could talk the talk, so that helped.
Got no solid advice, except to so it doable. And don't let anyone tell you coding is a "young man's game". That held me back for years. We got coders of all ages, beginners to near retirement.
That’s so good to hear!