Men are already the majority of programmers so this wouldn't be necessary, just reactionary (and you know it, too). I have no problem with workshops for men for

Men are already the majority of programmers so this wouldn't be necessary, just reactionary (and you know it, too). I have no problem with workshops for men for skills which are traditionally dominated by women, since in many cases it makes for a more comfortable environment for men to start out in. I've seen men-only parenting classes and craft groups; there are probably others. Why is it so horrible to encourage people to try nontraditional hobbies and skills?