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Apr 10 2019

Recognizing and Remembering the Importance of Women in Tech Communities

Women in Tech at InRhythm has always been an evolving group that has taken different shapes to meet the needs of its members, but throughout we’ve always recognized the importance of women in tech and the need for representation. For a while, our leaders were stuck in a rut on the direction of the group, so we returned to the original mission statement from the group’s founding:

“Women and non-binary people are alarmingly underrepresented in technology. The Elephant in the Valley survey found that 84% of women ‘have been told they are too aggressive,’ and ‘60% of women in tech reported unwanted sexual advances.’ Queer, non-binary, trans people, and women of color experience pay disparity, discrimination, racism, homophobia, transphobia, and sexual harassment in the workplace.

At InRhythm, we want to provide our female and non-binary engineers, designers, and operations professionals with a network and support system as they learn and grow. We aim to develop programs and initiatives that will help our team integrate and communicate with one another.

The goal of this community is to facilitate communication between women and non-binary members of IR across clients, and to create a safe space to talk about issues we may experience specific to our identities.”

In our quest to move fast and evolve constantly, it’s easy to forget to take a moment to see what’s at the heart of what we’re working towards. Returning to our mission provides an important grounding and realigns our vision going forward. All that said, we’ll be continuing to align ourselves around our mission to continue to move the needle on the issues that are important to our members.

Community Outreach

One of the biggest issues the Women in Tech community has been trying to address is increasing our membership numbers here at InRhythm. Driving change here involves commitment at all levels: one, in the hiring process and the people we recruit, but also in the foundation we create for future women to enter the field. Young girls and women are dissuaded and disillusioned from pursuing careers in development—and involvement in STEM in general—due to systemic factors, gender biases, and disparities in the workplace.

We know there’s an issue, so how do we solve the problem? Women in Tech is taking a proactive approach, creating future initiatives with the aim of starting ripple effects that turn into waves. Our partnerships, with organizations like Girls Who Code, is one path to reaching young girls and women to open up their minds to the possibility of careers in software development. The group has reached over 90,000 girls in just six years through initiatives like local clubs and immersion programs, providing critical opportunities for girls to see themselves represented in the field and get hands-on experience in this exciting industry.

Through our research, we know that one of the primary challenges that girls face in pursuing computer science as a career is a lack of female role models. Girls are more likely to grow up to be innovators themselves if they have access to women already in the field, underscoring the importance of representation, mentorship, and self-image. The Women In Tech Lesson Plans introduce middle school students to female role models and spark the interest of girls to pursue an education in computer science.

Investing in and bringing in prominent speakers will also help to inspire not just the InRhythm community, but external Women in Tech members within other local chapters. A special shout-out to Sandro, our Web Practice Lead and Brian, a senior engineer, for mentioning Compassionate Coding co-founder April Wensel. She has been in the software industry for many years and has tried and tested different solutions to harness the power of kindness and compassion through her company.

Changing the status quo when it comes to gender representation can be a monumental task, but by laying the groundwork for the future and reaching out to the young girls who are would-be women in tech, we can enact lasting change. Gender disparity is a difficult chicken-and-egg problem to solve, but in our experience, the women of InRhythm are proactive, exceptional leaders and we believe there is room for everyone in the development space. If we continue to encourage STEM-field participation and support fellow women in the field, we know the next generation will rise to the challenge.

Written by InRhythm · Categorized: Culture, Learning and Development, Women in Tech · Tagged: gender representation, women in technology, workplace equality, workplace representation

Feb 19 2019

Kickin’ Axe and Spreading the Galentine’s Love—Life at InRhythm

 

InRhythm’s Women in Tech group kicked off its first offsite event of 2019 with a Leslie Knope-inspired, Parks and Recreation-themed “Galentine’s Day” event on February 13th celebrating the women of InRhythm and all that we do for each other. Our goal? To bring together the diverse group of women working at InRhythm for an evening of fun and togetherness. In attendance were designers, engineers, and operations team members, all united in support of representation in the tech field. Our night at Kick Axe Throwing in Brooklyn began with dividing our group into two teams—Kick Axe and Triple Axe.

Stakes were high between our fiercely competitive group members. We can code and design for high-level industry-leading clients, but the aerodynamics of axe throwing proved to be a new challenge. While Triple Axe ultimately won the contest, we count all our members as winners.

[desktoponly]InRhythm's Women in Tech group poses in front of the throwing range at Kick Axe Throwing in Brooklyn[/desktoponly]

The women of Women in Tech bring diverse experiences and skills to our group, and that’s what makes us stronger together. From recent grads to seasoned engineers, making strides toward equality takes all kinds of people united behind a good cause. Even the act of working as a woman in the field is progress, so we’re all advancing the cause with everything we do. We think that’s worth a little bit of appreciation and celebration.

Want to learn more about Women in Tech in New York and at InRhythm? Subscribe to our blog below, or follow us on Twitter @GetInRhythm for the latest from our group.

Written by InRhythm · Categorized: Culture, InRhythm News, Women in Tech · Tagged: axe throwing, company culture, women in tech

Feb 13 2019

Little Wins from Women in Tech

Happy Galentine’s Day! InRhythm’s Women in Tech group is excited to continue working and promoting fellowship between women 2019. On this day, we’ll be celebrating each other’s accomplishments, spending time together, and talking about our future plans to continue to move the needle on diversity and inclusion in tech. With every new year, it’s common to set goals and make resolutions for all that we want to accomplish throughout 2019. This year already promises to be full of innovation and excitement, but before we look forward it’s important to reflect on all of the amazing things—from little wins to big changes—our group members have accomplished, in and outside of the workplace:

“[2018 was about] getting over my fears and leaving my job of 5 years (and becoming an InRhythmer!). I went on my first solo trip and picked up reading again (self-empowerment was a reoccurring theme towards the end of the year).”
–Eileen, Senior UX/UI Designer

“Incorporated more exercise into my life, my Fitbit really helped me meet daily goals. The second was getting a job at InRhythm!”
-Tricia, Client Partner

“I graduated from college, got a job and moved to NYC from Michigan!”
-Taylor, UX/UI Design Associate

“I moved countries and had to manage my toddler alone, which was a huge thing, being cut from all the help my family offered back in my country. Led a new platform in my work—which was a great learning experience for me.”
-Sushmita, Technical Project Manager

“Getting a job with InRhythm, and moving into my own place.”
-Samantha, UX/UI Design Associate

“My biggest accomplishment was getting my first job as a Software Engineer. I was a bartender 4 months prior to landing that job, so it was a huge change but also a huge risk that I took to immerse myself completely in learning and job searching.”
-Kate, Software Engineer

“Transitioned to a new industry.”
-Jill, Program Manager

“I helped my boyfriend—who also works full-time—with a second, new business. The fact that the business is growing and we are still talking to each other is a huge accomplishment. There were rough points. I have incredible admiration for anyone who tries to start a business. It is not for the faint of heart.”
-Adrienne, Senior UX Designer

“After a gap year, the biggest challenge was to start development again. I joined AmEx [through InRhythm] and a different journey began! I was never a consultant before so stepping into that and being the lone consultant on the team was a challenge.“
-Anuja, Java Engineer

“In 2018 I started a new job at InRhythm!”
-Jessica, Technical Recruiter

“I moved to an apartment that has a washer & dryer!”
-Amanda, Talent and Growth Associate

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As we look forward to the months ahead of us, we have so many different things we want to accomplish in 2019. Our diverse group of women—from different cities, departments, and projects—have an array of different goals that they’re looking to achieve:

“Get back into coding and visiting a new country.”
-Eileen, Senior UX/UI Designer

“My goal for 2019 is to close new business at InRhythm and figure out how to enjoy exercising at 5am!”
-Tricia, Client Partner

“A goal I hope to achieve in 2019 is to go beyond the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and learn to code well enough to build my own website.”
-Taylor, UX/UI Design Associate

“I want to be stronger emotionally, physically and technically (workwise). I wish to master the new platforms I am now working on.”
-Sushmita, Technical Project Manager

“Traveling to at least 2 more countries on my own and going to more networking events to grow my network of designers.”
-Samantha, UX/UI Design Associate

“For 2019 I want to expand my knowledge of CS fundamentals and explore dev-ops, save some money, and get my blue belt in Jiu Jitsu!”
-Kate, Software Engineer

“Complete my EMBA”
-Jill, Program Manager

“I’m not a big fan of yearly goals, however, I do plan on getting personal documentation together (e.g. will, power of attorney forms, beneficiaries on bank accounts, etc.) in case I die. I have had to help several friends deal with the estates of deceased family members who did not have anything written down and it was a nightmare. If you love, or even remotely like, your friends and family, don’t do this to them!”
-Adrienne, Senior UX Designer

“For 2019, my biggest goal is to get back to a balanced life and be focused on a healthy lifestyle.”
-Anuja, Java Engineer

“In 2019—stop procrastinating and apply to grad school!”
-Jessica, Technical Recruiter

“My goals for 2019 are to learn how to stand up paddleboard, brush up on my Greek, and get my SHRM-CP certification.”
-Amanda, Talent and Growth Associate

One of the things that makes our Women in Tech group strong is the diversity we bring to the table. Our group members run the spectrum from single young professionals to working mothers, and fresh college grads to experienced industry experts. Each of us has our own goals and dreams, and every small victory we achieve is, in its own way, a win for all women fighting for representation. What are your wins from 2018? What are you hoping to accomplish this year? Share your story with us @GetInRhythm or in the comments below.

Written by InRhythm · Categorized: Culture, InRhythm News, Women in Tech

Jan 18 2019

Moving the Needle: The Year for Women in Tech

The year after the birth of the #MeToo moment was a big one for women in STEM fields, and as we make our way into 2019 the new year presents new challenges and new opportunities to make the tech field more accessible and welcoming for women all over the world. The Women in Tech group here at InRhythm has a lot in the works—including volunteer efforts with high school girls and future panels featuring leading women in the field. In the meantime, we’ve rounded up articles and links into a digest for anyone looking to get more involved in our movement, catch up on the biggest stories, and follow thought leaders. For the latest on our own Women in Tech efforts, follow us on social media @GetInRhythm on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and @InRhythm on LinkedIn.

Words that Moved Us:

Making Gains for Women in STEM Fields Will Take More Effort | New York Times

How to Attract More Women (and not the way you think) | Hacker Noon

When Honest Women Replace ‘Self-Made’ Men | New York Times

Silicon Valley’s Year of Reckoning | TechCrunch

Move the Needle: Opportunities for Improvement

More than 60% of teen girls regret not studying STEM | Computer Weekly

Tech’s Biggest Challenge: Tackling The Pervasive “Confidence Gap” | Refinery29

Oberland Agency Confronts Industry Bias with New Videos | Ad Age

Accounts to follow:

@STEMforHer – A non-profit,D.C. Metro area-based foundation using education to encourage girls and young women to pursue STEM-related careers.
Women in Tech (@WITWomen) – nonprofit aimed at providing women in the tech field with networking and professional development opportunities
@GirlsinTech – a global non-profit focused on the engagement, education and empowerment of women in technology and entrepreneurship
@CodeFirstGirls – Uk-based organization providing courses and resources to get more women into tech and entrepreneurship.

Other Resources:

Geek Feminism Wiki’s list of women in tech groups
Jay Jay Ghatt’s 2018 edition of 200 Black Women in Tech to Follow on Twitter
Women in Tech Meetups happening in the NYC area

Written by InRhythm · Categorized: InRhythm News, InRhythmU, Learning and Development, Talent, Women in Tech · Tagged: community, link digest, women in tech

Aug 08 2018

The Latest in React and Agile: What We’re Reading Now

Here’s what our Practice Leadership Team is reading around the web:

Understanding React – React 16.3 + Component life-cycle Medium.com “Having a new lifecycle method (`getDerivedStateFromProps`) to keep props/state synchronized—and the ability to use it to set default state (instead of in the constructor)—is extremely helpful. Its return value updates state (like `setState`), allowing you to update state based on updated props instead of messing with a combination of `componentWillReceiveProps` (which will be deprecated) and `setState`. I’ve been using the new Context API extensively, and I’m looking forward to using these new lifecycle methods.“

The Security Model of WebAssembly Hacker News “The security model of WebAssembly offers great new applications that can save a lot of time spent navigating or accounting for variable image sizes and loading. In particular, it provides simple, automatic handling of perfectly sized images and image substitution while the original loads. It’s a relatively seamless system for image handling without the tangle of excessive callbacks.“

Sonar GitHub “Sonar is a debugging platform aimed at mobile app development on iOS and Android. It’s open-source, which allows for transparency and customization for users looking to make their own, use-specific plugins. It’s already got a fairly robust library, and we’re looking forward to seeing where it goes from here.“

Chrome 68 Page Lifecycle API Google “Properly managing operating system resources is an essential part of development, and the new Page Lifecycle API with Chrome 68 allows us to see when hidden tabs are being frozen and unfrozen through the `freeze` and `resume` events. More robust tools for monitoring state changes are always helpful in driving the process of setting up inputs and notifications, for instance, so easier transparency is a huge help for our processes.“

Written by InRhythm · Categorized: Agile & Lean, InRhythm News, Newsletters

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