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When women stopped coding (Classic)

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The Gender Divide in Computer Science

This chapter examines the decline of women's involvement in computer science from the 1980s onward, contrasting it with increasing representation in other technical fields. It highlights personal experiences, societal influences, and the subtle dynamics that created an unwelcoming environment for women in computing during this era.

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