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by PaulHoule 3213 days ago
Exactly.

People use terms like "get your hands dirty" to describe programming. Programmers are usually not encourage to wear button-down shirts, suits, etc.

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> Programmers are usually not encourage to wear button-down shirts

You're basing this view on a very small subset of companies (startups). the vast majority of places where people work still expect professional dress above the level of t shirt + cargo shorts and flip flops.