We need to have making, including computer science, shop, etc. as part of the core curriculum from the beginning, not just an optional afterschool thing. Things like First Robotics and all of those great programs need to become mainstream.

Megan Smith, Vice President of Google[x], responding to How about women in tech by 2020. Will these changes help get more women involved in the industry?

Read The Future According To Megan Smith at Forbes

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