If you are a woman and want to learn how to make websites, we have good news for you: we are holding a two-days virtual workshop for beginners!
It will take place on 19th June, 2021 virtually in Basang, The Gambia.
We believe the IT industry will greatly benefit from bringing more women into technology. We want to give you an opportunity to learn how to program and become one of us – women programmers!
Workshops are free of charge and would be conducted remotely, "just at the comfort of your bedroom". if it is a challange but you are very motivated to learn and then share your knowledge with others, we may have some funds to help you out with your internet costs. Don't wait too long: you can apply for the workshop only until 30th May, 2021!
If you are a woman, know English and have a laptop, you can apply for our event! You don't need to know any technical stuff – our workshop is for people who are new to programming.
As a workshop participant you will:
We have space only for 45 people, so make sure to fill out the form very carefully!
Do I need to know anything about websites or programming?
No! Workshops are for beginners. You don’t need to know anything about it. However, if you have a little bit of technical knowledge (i.e. you know what HTML or CSS are) you still can apply!
I am not living in Basang, can I participate?
Of course! Workshops will be in English, so if you have no troubles with speaking and understanding English - you should apply, besides it's going to be a virtual workshop that would be done remotely. If you have financial limitation to secure an internet - let us know. We are willing to help you!
Do I need my own laptop?
Yes. We have no hardware give away, so we expect you to have your computer with you. It is also important for us that you will have a take-home project/assingment that you’ll write and create during workshops.
Do I need to have something installed on my laptop?
It would be helpful to have Django installed before workshops, but wouldn't expect you to install anything on your own.We will make sure that one of our coaches will help you out with this task.
Is djangogirls virtual workshop good for a total beginner?
As a workshop participant you will have frr access to this event and would alos get help when needed. Even though you are new to programming, the virtual workshop is a good place to meet many interesting people in the field and find inspiration.
We couldn't be here without the support from amazing people and organizations who donated money, knowledge and time to help us make this a reality. If you want to contribute and support our goal, please get it touch
