Community
Dykes Who Code is built around the idea that learning technology is better when we learn together.
This is a space for lesbians interested in coding, web development, digital creativity, and building things online. Whether you are writing your first line of code, working on a personal project, or have years of experience to share, there is a place for you here.
Join the Community
The Dykes Who Code community is hosted through a private Signal group.
The group is a place to:
- Ask questions and troubleshoot projects
- Share resources, tutorials, and tools
- Celebrate projects and milestones
- Find encouragement while learning new skills
- Connect with other lesbians interested in technology
Who is this community for?
Dykes Who Code is specifically for lesbians. This includes lesbians of diverse identities, including cis lesbians, trans lesbians, nonbinary lesbians, and he/him lesbians.
Lesbian identity is diverse, and this space exists for lesbians to connect, share knowledge, and learn together.
Joining the Community
To join the Signal group, please request access and briefly introduce yourself. Requests are reviewed to help maintain a community that reflects the purpose of this space.
By joining, members agree to:
- Respect other members and their identities
- Participate in good faith
- Support a learning environment free from harassment and discrimination
- Follow the community guidelines
Members who do not respect the purpose of this space or the safety of other members will be removed.
Interested in joining? Request access
Community Guidelines
Dykes Who Code is built on respect, curiosity, and mutual support.
Be welcoming
Everyone starts somewhere. Questions from beginners are encouraged, and no one should be made to feel embarrassed for learning.
Share knowledge generously
Technology can feel intimidating when information is hidden behind jargon or gatekeeping. Help make learning more accessible by sharing what you know.
Support each other's work
Celebrate projects, provide thoughtful feedback, and encourage experimentation.
Respect the purpose of this space
Dykes Who Code is a lesbian community. Help maintain an environment where lesbians of diverse identities and experiences can learn, create, and connect with one another.
Want to Contribute?
Help build the community by:
- Recommending a resource
- Sharing a tutorial
- Submitting a project
- Helping answer questions
- Inviting another lesbian who wants to learn