SisterCodes

Today we're talking about our journeys into tech - from playing Frogger on a Commodore 64 to graduating with Computer Science degrees and starting jobs in finance!

What does it mean to be a woman of color?

Today we'll be talking about the term women of color, our own identities, and our experiences as multiracial women in tech.

Here are some helpful links to read up more on this important topic:

- https://builtin.com/women-tech/women-in-tech-workplace-statistics

- "The “broken rung” is even more broken for women of color, who only make up 18% of entry-level positions"

- https://www.cio.com/article/3516012/women-in-tech-statistics-the-hard-truths-of-an-uphill-battle.html

- "25% of women in computing roles in 2015 - Asian women make up just 5 percent of that number"

- https://www.wired.com/story/five-years-tech-diversity-reports-little-progress/

In this episode of sistercodes we're talking about how covid has affected our jobs and everyday lives, and what constitutes a 'tech' company. During quarantine, Kaylee has switched teams, moved out of her NY apartment, and is still trying to find a good work-life balance while Ashley has graduated, had her work start date delayed, and is getting back to her passions including blogging and graphic design.

Welcome to sistercodes, a podcast hosted by Ashley and Kaylee - we're sisters who talk about their journey in tech. We're excited to share our experiences working in technology in two different countries and get real with what it's really like being a minority in one of the fastest growing industries in the world!