Being a woman in tech is hard, but being the only woman on your team in tech is something else. You get used to the condescending looks and lines such as ‘You sure you can handle it?’ or ‘Here, let me help you out’, and the infamous ‘You’re being aggressive' when all you're being is… assertive. You would think men had more of a backbone but it turns out, they do not. An obligatory ‘Not all men’ of course, but yeah, some of them, or even a lot of them happen to be in tech. It's frustrating tryin…

The struggle for equality persists

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It's a coding emergency

One female computational biologist who was working in a high-security institution without direct admin access to their machines had to frequently rely on IT support for software installations and updates. Initially, her relationship with IT was okay, but over time, it deteriorated. It became super frustrating for her because she felt like they were being purposely condescending. We're talking about a woman who is a Ph.D. candidate.… Let's just say she's more than qualified to do her job. Whenev…

Working in an all-male environment can be rough. Not because women can't keep up, but because sometimes dudes tend to have each other's backs, looking down on female coworkers in the process. What that leads to is a lot of unfair promotions and many heated discussions. Sometimes, it's just not worth staying for. If you can't find a way to succeed at a company, don't worry… There are plenty more out there where you have a chance. Where people will respect you, regardless of whether you're a man…

Bugs, bugs, bugs.

When laid off, don't despair, for when one door closes, another one opens… Look, I get it. Being laid off would throw anyone into the pits of despair. At least temporarily. It's like a breakup… At first, you are in total denial. You cry, but deny. Then, you get angry. How dare they fire you? You were their best employee! But before you get to the bargaining stage, think about it. This is your opportunity to try something new. To branch out, to figure out who you are and what you want! Remember…

Fight the power, ladies.

Join this woman on her empowering journey to self-discovery, where she shares her fears, doubts, and dreams in a TikTok video after quitting a high-paying job in tech.

The lines of code seem to blur together...

Ladies who can fix it all

One data scientist was being unfairly treated by their boss and was at a loss for what to do about it. Women have played significant roles in the field of technology since its inception, although historically their contributions have often been overlooked or marginalized. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, and despite the progress, women are often underrepresented in many areas. So when you have two women work…

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