Women in Tech by Sisters of Code

Who was the first woman to write a computer program?

• Ada Lovelace

• Mary Jackson

• Grace Hopper

• Katherine Johnson

What is the name of the initiative started by Melinda Gates to encourage more children to learn technology?

• SheTech

• TechGirls

• Women in Tech

• Code.org

The first computer was invented in the 19th century.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

ENIAC - Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer, the first programmable general-purpose electronic digital computer, built during World War II by the United States.

The internet and the World Wide Web are the same thing.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The world wide web - a set of software services running on the internet.

The Internet itself is a global interconnected network of various computing devices.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) can learn on its own without any human intervention.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

AI can learn on its own through a process called machine learning, where it analyzes large amounts of data and identifies patterns and relationships without the need for explicit programming.

Hackers and cybercriminals only target big businesses and organizations.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a programming language used for web development?

• HTML

• CSS

• JavaScript

• C++

How many girls in Cambodia choose to study technology major at University?

• 15%

• 8%

• 5%

• 10%

Answer explanation

Only 10% of girls in Cambodia choose to study technology as MoEYS reports.

Why gender diversity is important in tech?

• Innovation

• Better problem-solving

• Better customers understanding

• All of those are reasons

How many international awards did Sisters of Code win?

• 5

• 3

• 4

• 0

Answer explanation

Sisters of Code rceived 4 international awards:

1. Women in IT Asia

2. World Bank

3. Equals in Tech

4. Solve MIT award