Gender Representation in IT - The industry acknowledges the underrepresentation of women in IT [1] - The speaker humorously suggests a traditional view of women's roles in career advancement [2] Psychological Factors - Statistics indicate that 91% of women lack self-confidence [2] - In contrast, 90% of men express high self-confidence [3] - Women are perceived as more complex than men due to neurological differences [3] Biological Differences and Skills - Women possess a thicker corpus callosum, leading to enhanced multitasking abilities [4] - Women exhibit superior soft skills, particularly in negotiation, due to attentive listening [5] - Women demonstrate better recall of future tasks, while men excel in remembering past achievements [5] Career Opportunities in IT - Programming is not the only path to a successful IT career [8] - Various IT professions, such as project management, UX design, and IT recruiting, offer opportunities for women [9] - Confidence is crucial for success in IT [9]