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We vinden het belangrijk dat iedereen in de IT rolmodellen heeft waarin ze zichzelf herkennen. Met onze openbare meetups geven we mensen, die het stereotype helpen doorbreken, een podium en brengen we alle IT’ers graag samen om elkaar te ontmoeten, te inspireren en te helpen.

Wie is WeCode?
WeCode is het medewerkersnetwerk binnen de Kamer van Koophandel dat zich inzet voor meer (gender)diversiteit in de IT. We geloven dat onze IT‑teams net zo veelzijdig moeten zijn als de ondernemers die we dagelijks ondersteunen. Daarom werken we eraan om het stereotype beeld van IT’ers te doorbreken. Zowel binnen KVK als daarbuiten. We zijn ervan overtuigd dat meer diversiteit meer ruimte geeft voor eigenheid van iedereen, niet alleen van mensen die afwijken van het stereotype. Hoe verder we de normen oprekken, hoe meer iedereen zichzelf kan zijn.

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We believe representation matters. We want everyone in IT to have relatable role models. That’s why our meetups amplify voices that help breaking stereotypes and bring the community together to inspire, support, and empower one another.

Who is WeCode?
WeCode is the employee network within the Kamer van Koophandel committed to increasing (gender) diversity in IT. We believe that our IT teams should be just as diverse and multifaceted as the entrepreneurs we support every day. That’s why we work to challenge and break down the stereotypes surrounding people in IT. Both within KVK and beyond. Diversity doesn’t only help people who break the mold; it also gives more room to those who’ve traditionally been seen as “the standard.” By stretching our norms, we make space for everyone to show up authentically.

"Back to the Future of Code" - WeCode @ KVK

"Back to the Future of Code" - WeCode @ KVK

Kamer van Koophandel (300), Sint Jacobsstraat 300, utrecht, NL

In a world where new frameworks, tools, and trends seem to appear every week, it’s easy to forget where true technical strength and innovation come from: the fundamentals.

At Back to the Future of Code, we invite developers to explore the foundational building blocks behind modern software. Three speakers will each offer a different perspective on these fundamentals and highlight why they’re still at the heart of great engineering.

Talks:
🎤 Frontend Framework Dependency: Are we skipping the hard part → Ramona Domen (Software Engineer and Impact Leader)
Ramona shows how modern frontend frameworks still depend on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. And why mastering these foundations makes you a more deliberate and powerful engineer.

🎤 Why Great Engineers Don’t Just Write Code → Sarah Gruneisen (Engineering Leader & Leadership Coach )
Sarah’s talk highlights how many engineers, especially women, have their strategic and technical strengths overlooked in favor of their “people skills”. She reveals how those very skills drive real technical impact and invites us to broaden our definition of engineering excellence.

🎤 Women in Tech: Bug or Feature? → Maaike Wachters (Software Engineer)
Maaike uncovers the hidden history of female tech pioneers whose groundbreaking ideas laid the foundation for the way we code and innovate today.

Program

  • 17:15 – 18:00 Walk in and dinner (vegetarian options)
  • 18:00 Intro WeCode and KVK
  • 18:20 Talks and Q&A (in English)
  • 20:00 – 21:00 Snacks and drinks

Who should attend?
This event is especially designed to spotlight and elevate women’s voices in tech by giving them a place on the stage. Everyone is welcome to join.

How to get there
KVK is located at Sint Jacobsstraat 300, 3511BT Utrecht. (KVK has two buildings on the same street, so look out for number 300)

  • By car: Paid parking is available at Q-Park La Vie or Paardenveld.
  • By train: The nearest train station is Utrecht Centraal, about a 10-minute walk.
  • By bus: Take lines 1, 3, 6, 7 or 27 to bus stop Sint Jacobsstraat.
  • By bike: There are bike racks available close to the location.

You need to bring identification because we're in a goverment building. (ID-card, drivers license, passport).

Change of plans?
Please cancel your RSVP so someone on the waiting list can take your spot. Thank you!

Photography
We will be taking photos during the event to capture the atmosphere and share highlights afterward online. If you’d rather not be photographed, let our team know.

Questions
If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please contact us at wecode@kvk.nl.

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