PinnedInCode Like A GirlbyJennifer Philp·Jul 18, 2019Does your start-up have a diversity problem? Perhaps you have a coding test problem.Coding tests are a big source of frustration for developers. When I started out as a developer in 2016, my very first coding test was, I…A response icon3A response icon3
Jennifer Philp·Oct 22, 2022How to go From Teacher to Developer in 59 easy steps — Part 1I have been employed full-time in tech as a developer for the past 6 years in various roles — full-stack developer, front-end engineer…
InCode Like A GirlbyJennifer Philp·Nov 28, 2017When a 32-year-old man tells a 39-year-old woman that he is oldI often forget that I am 39.9 years old. I may go a few hours without looking in the mirror, and feel all young and cute and thin and then…A response icon1A response icon1
Jennifer Philp·Sep 17, 2017‘SickKids VS:’ When an ad for your son’s hospital makes your own mental health sufferI live in Toronto, home of the Hospital for Sick Children, more often affectionately referred to as “Sick Kids.” Over the past year, our…
Jennifer Philp·Mar 18, 2017My Son Can’t Walk and That’s Fine With MeMy son is sitting on the examination table, legs crossed as he holds an iPad with two grimy hands. He looks at me with joyful naughtiness…
Jennifer Philp·Feb 22, 2017Why Indoor Playgrounds are Exclusive Garbage WastelandsThe week before Christmas, I came across an article from Today’s Parent listing the top 12 indoor playgrounds in Toronto. I was like, cool…
InThe HavenbyJennifer Philp·Aug 26, 2016Some Questions For the People Who Own Smiling Poo Emoji ParaphernaliaIt had felt like forever since I last visited a midway, carnival, town fair, or an amusement park, so I was happy to indulge in some…
Jennifer Philp·Jul 26, 2016Video games don’t make you stupid. Being stupid makes you stupidIf you would like to take a peek inside the armpit of the worst part of the internet, have a look at the sanctimonious craphole disguised…
Jennifer Philp·Jul 5, 2016Dear Middle School Parents, from a Teacher. You’re Welcome.I know these years are rough. Apparently, the middle school years will be the toughest on us as moms. My kids are still little — 2 and 5…A response icon3A response icon3
Jennifer Philp·Jun 24, 2016The Soft MisogynistYou start to hide any inklings of intelligence or creativity. This 9 to 5 job has quickly turned into a game of checks and balances, and it…
