No-code website builder Tilda is teaming up withFe/male Switchto help end gender bias in the tech industry.
“The idea came to us during the [last two years of lockdown].
We thought of things that could add value to being an entrepreneur.
Fe/Male Switch
The second pilot program will open on March 7.
“Women can be intimidated by this industry.
But they are not afraid as much in this gamified way.
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Like real life, the game has deadlines and the potential for failure.
But like video games, it has quests, rewards, and replayability.
Creating a product as enjoyable as it was educational was important to Shishkina and her team.
Stella Friaisse was one of the original 15 users for the game’s initial pilot playthrough in 2021.
“It’s very modern.
Everyone is curious because they haven’t heard about anything like this.
Turning The Switch
The official release for Fe/male Switch is set for 2022.
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And it doesn’t stop there.
In an attempt to stay up-to-date, the startup simulator has taken to non-fungible token implementation.
“You don’t need an idea to join.
You don’t need anything to start the game.
We’ll show you how to be creative and how to brainstorm.
We will show you how to do the technical and creative side,” she said.
“It’s always better when you understand it takes time, like a real startup.
The one thing we request of you is your time.”
