Tech’s Social Universe: Diverse Communities in Programming
As the universe of programming expands, so too does its community — a diverse constellation of coders, learners, and mentors, all driven by the desire to build and innovate. Programming, like learning a new language, is best done in the company of others. There are many cool and inclusive communities that can help you build your unique learning experience in programming. Let’s get acquainted with some of them.
First on our list is PyLadies, an international mentorship group that focuses on helping more women become active participants in the Python open-source community. With numerous chapters worldwide, PyLadies has been instrumental in bringing women programmers together, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Prominent members include Lynn Root, a Staff Engineer at Spotify and founder of the San Francisco PyLadies chapter, and Jessica McKellar, a successful entrepreneur, software engineer, and author who is passionate about diversity in tech.
