Which is a rare thing in this space. Linux is rough around the edges, to say the least. You don't need me telling you. We are in a thread about how open sources software suck at UI design. We could use more people like you in this space.
The men aren't fussed with the "hacker" label. It sounds cool. It's like when people mistakenly think all Asians know Kung Fu or something. The Asian guy isn't complaining lol.
There's definitely stigma/sexism that deter women away from this field. But I think opportunity cost is a factor, gravely overlooked.
Society demands a lot from women, when it comes to appearance. The bar is set very high.
So high, you don't have the time to be a good programmer AND pretty. Unless you won the genetic lottery.
I follow women's basketball avidly. Some of the women are not pretty. They are just very good at basketball. It's refreshing to see women be valued, not just because of their beauty.
Which is a rare thing in this space. Linux is rough around the edges, to say the least. You don't need me telling you. We are in a thread about how open sources software suck at UI design. We could use more people like you in this space.
The men aren't fussed with the "hacker" label. It sounds cool. It's like when people mistakenly think all Asians know Kung Fu or something. The Asian guy isn't complaining lol.
There's definitely stigma/sexism that deter women away from this field. But I think opportunity cost is a factor, gravely overlooked.
Society demands a lot from women, when it comes to appearance. The bar is set very high.
So high, you don't have the time to be a good programmer AND pretty. Unless you won the genetic lottery.
I follow women's basketball avidly. Some of the women are not pretty. They are just very good at basketball. It's refreshing to see women be valued, not just because of their beauty.