PyLadies facts for kids
PyLadies is a worldwide group that helps women get more involved in the Python computer language community. It's part of the Python Software Foundation. PyLadies started in Los Angeles in 2011. The group's main goal is to make the Python community more welcoming to everyone. They do this by reaching out, teaching, holding events, and helping women attend computer conferences.
How PyLadies Started
PyLadies began in Los Angeles in April 2011. Seven women started the group: Audrey Roy Greenfeld, Christine Cheung, Esther Nam, Jessica Venticinque, Katharine Jarmul, Sandy Strong, and Sophia Viklund. Around 2012, the group became an official non-profit organization. This means they focus on their mission instead of making money.
PyLadies quickly grew from one group into many. The first new group started in Washington, D.C. in August 2011. Today, PyLadies has over 100 local groups around the world.
What PyLadies Does
PyLadies holds many events for people who love Python. They have special coding events called hackathons. They also host social nights and workshops. These events are for both beginners and experienced Python users.
Each local PyLadies group can run itself. They just need to focus on helping women and other people who might feel left out in the world of technology.
Who Can Join?
Most members of PyLadies are women. However, the group is open to everyone. PyLadies welcomes anyone who wants to learn and grow in the tech community. They help people of all gender identities.
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Participants at a PyLadies event
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