Katie Cunningham, Python/Django developer for Cox Media Group, on subtle sexism in the field of programming:
This industry is one of subtle sexism. I almost prefer outright sexism, because at least that you can point out. The subtle barbs are usually dismissed as something I need to not care about. It was a joke! Sheesh. Why are you so sensitive?! All I did was make a joke about you needing to be in the kitchen!
Lighten up.
Summary: Men, think twice about what you say. Your comments and the topics they address may seem small, but they are often part of a larger dialogue that women face.