A big problem with experiencing it as early as HS is that you really have little reason to stick with it anymore. Who cares if it pays well if you're going to b

A big problem with experiencing it as early as HS is that you really have little reason to stick with it anymore. Who cares if it pays well if you're going to be emotionally drained dealing with harassment? She can pursue many other degrees instead. Perhaps as far as she's concerned, she's saved herself a lot of hassle and can now choose a career where she feels accepted. Or maybe she'll be strong willed and push through. But I know in my mind I would just think, "Why bother when there are other cool things to study where people will respect me more?" I don't really know what the right path is for her, but I hope whichever one she chooses brings her happiness. And I really hope in the not-too-distant future girls won't have to make this trade-off between programming and feeling respected.