If this doesn't convince people of the need for cheap computing resources to be available to everyone, nothing will. Raspberry Pi, OLPC, any program that tries to put computers in the hands of those without access -- more power to you.
That's very inspiring! I think it's great that even though you didn't have access to a computer that you pursued your dream and learned how to program - even write your own Hip Hop website.
There's a great opportunity for startups and really anyone with computers to start encouraging/teaching kids how to program. Would love to see companies dedicating one day a week (say Friday or Saturday's) to invite kids out to learn programming. Actual professionals who make a living doing it that can give pointers and guide them toward success.
I really believe that great programmers aren't the ones that are the "smartest" but instead are the ones that will work as hard as it takes to achieve a goal.<p>Thank you for posting this to HN and don't let anyone ever stop you from doing what you love.