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Why I Joined the LPI Board of Directors — Uirá Ribeiro

Since I began my journey with Linux and open-source software, I have always seen LPI as a fundamental pillar in shaping IT professionals. My involvement with Linux certifications started more than two decades ago when I published my book regarding … Read more

LPI at Talent Land México 2025

April 21–24, 2025 Expo Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco, México Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate in Talent Land México 2025, the world’s largest talent gathering. This eighth edition will bring together innovators, creators, and changemakers from across Latin America … Read more

LPI Media Partner for MiniDebConf Maceió 2025

LPI Media Partner for MiniDebConf Maceió 2025 May 1-4, 2025 Centro de Inovação Jaraguá, Maceió, Brazil Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to be a Media Partner for MiniDebConf Maceió 2025, the first MiniDebConf held in Brazil’s Northeast region. About … Read more

Latinoware 2024: Celebrating FOSS Across Latin America Source: Linux Professional Institute

Latinoware 2024: Celebrating FOSS Across Latin America

Why does Latinoware matter? As one of the most vibrant gatherings of the free software community in Latin America, Latinoware 2024 stood out as not only as a technical conference but a hub for collaboration, innovation, and inspiration. Held on … Read more

Linux Professionals Celebrate Software Freedom Day: Let’s Make a Difference Together

Celebrate Software Freedom Day: LPI Media Partnership As a proud Media Partner of Software Freedom Day (SFD), Linux Professional Institute (LPI) invites you to join a global celebration of ethical technology and Free Software. Together with the dedicated volunteers operating … Read more

LPI at Latinoware 2024

November 27-29, 2024 LPI at Latinoware 2024 – Latin American Congress of Free Software and Open Technologies Event Details: Dates: November 27-29, 2024 Location: Itaipu Parquetec, Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, Brazil LPI is thrilled to participate in Latinoware 2024, the … Read more

The CrowdStrike Debacle and How Companies Can Protect Themselves

In the early hours of Friday, July 19th reports began that many Microsoft Windows systems were mysteriously failing to boot. Airlines were affected with ticketing systems unable to function and flights being canceled leaving passengers stranded. Banks were not able … Read more

The Evolution of Research in Computer Science

In developing products the normal stages are typically research, advanced development, product development, manufacturing engineering, customer serviceability engineering, product release, product sustainability, product retirement. In the modern day of agile programming and “devops” some or all of these steps are … Read more

Why I Joined the LPI Board of Directors — Uirá Ribeiro

As a technologist, author, and trainer, I have devoted my career to bringing technology to people who lack access. I’ll explain in this article how joining the LPI Board of Directors contributes to my goals. Free and open source software … Read more

LPI at Talent Land 2024; Jon ‘maddog’ Hall; Exams Discount

April 01-04, 2024 Experience the convergence of open-source passion at Talent Land, happening at Expo Guadalajara, Av. Mariano Otero 1499, Verde Valle, Guadalajara, Mexico. Talent Land: Exclusive LPI Offer for Attendees Don’t miss the opportunity to advance your professional IT … Read more