Closing the Code Gap: A Practical Allyship Playbook for Men in IT/STEM
A step-by-step guide for men in IT/STEM to actively support their female colleagues and close the gender gap in tech
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Hi there! I’m exiguus (Simon). This is my corner of the internet for thoughts on tech, society, and the weird (digital) world we live in—expect rants, ideas, and occasional solution to problems I can’t stop thinking about.
Latest Posts
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Closing the Code Gap: Why Germany Lags in Female Tech Participation—and How to Fix It
2026-07-08 A deep dive into Germany's gender gap in technology, comparing it with Eastern European countries and proposing actionable solutions
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Dear Football Men, Don’t Be Offended
2026-07-08 How the DFB perpetuates sexism and why it’s time for real change in German football
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Is Anubis Becoming the New Cloudflare? A Look at the Future of Web Security
2026-07-06 In the battle for a more accessible, bot-free web, Anubis and Cloudflare represent two very different approaches. This article explores their strategies, challenges, and the future of web security.
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Unnecessary Doctor Visits in Germany: A System Built on Distrust
2026-07-03 A critical look at Germany's sick leave policies and the bureaucratic burden they place on workers and healthcare providers
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Why Do the Poor Defend the Rich? The Psychology of False Solidarity
2026-06-14 One of the most perplexing paradoxes of modern society is this: People who struggle to make ends meet often defend the interests of the wealthy, the powerful, and the very systems that exploit them. Why does this happen? In this article, we’ll explore the psychological, social, and economic mechanisms behind this phenomenon—and how we can begin to overcome it.
