Linux Professional Institute (LPI)

LPI Participating at FLISOL 2026 with Community Discount
2026-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Latin America (multiple venues)
April 25 – May 31, 2026
Latin America (multiple venues) + Online

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is participating in FLISOL 2026 as a media partner.
FLISOL (Festival Latinoamericano de Instalación de Software Libre) is the largest event promoting free software in Latin America. The festival brings together students, academics, professionals, government officials, enthusiasts, and people new to open source technology across simultaneous events throughout the region.
With approximately 10,000 expected attendees ranging from IT professionals and educators to students and hobbyists, FLISOL creates opportunities for the open source community to connect, learn, and advance their skills through talks, workshops, and presentations covering free software from artistic and academic perspectives to business and social applications.
20% Community Discount on LPI Exams!
LPI is continuing the collaboration established in previous years. A 20% Community Discount will be available for attendees to access LPI certification exams and resources.
General information about FLISOL is available on the event’s website.

LPI Bronze Sponsor of LinuxFest Northwest (LFNW) 2026
2026-04-24 08:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00
April 24-26, 2026
Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham Technical College

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate as a Bronze Sponsor of LinuxFest Northwest 2026.
LinuxFest Northwest is celebrating its 26th year as a community-driven open source conference in the Pacific Northwest. The event brings together developers, system administrators, educators, and open source enthusiasts for three days of sessions, workshops, and networking.
Jon «maddog» Hall, Board Chair Emeritus of the Linux Professional Institute, will be presenting at the conference. A programmer since 1969 and a cornerstone of the free software movement since 1986, maddog brings decades of experience advocating for open source technologies and accessible computing worldwide.
Ted Matsumura, LPI’s champion for LinuxFest Northwest, will also be presenting. Ted may offer an additional session on Linux Essentials certification preparation for attendees interested in exploring open source career pathways.
LinuxFest Northwest provides an excellent opportunity to connect with the Pacific Northwest open source community, learn from experienced practitioners, and discover the latest developments in Linux and free software.
Join us in Bellingham!

Event website:

https://linuxfestnorthwest.org/

LPI is proud to serve as Media Partner for DORS CLUC 2026
2026-04-24 08:00 - 2026-04-25 17:00
April 24-25, 2026
Zagreb, Croatia
Algebra Bernays University

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to serve as Media Partner for DORS CLUC 2026, the regional conference for modern development and DevOps in an open world.
Now in its 31st year, DORS/CLUC is the largest free technology conference in Croatia and the Balkans, bringing together developers, operations professionals, educators, business leaders, and open source enthusiasts for knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Conference Format
The event features multiple tracks designed to serve diverse audiences:

The Conference (April 24-25): Developer and ops-oriented talks and workshops
Open 4 Business: Business meetup for regional companies in the DORS/CLUC community
Subconferences: OpenStreetMap, Open Data, Digital Education

DORS/CLUC is completely free to attend, reflecting its commitment to making knowledge available and open to all.
Open Source Commitment
All recorded talks from DORS/CLUC are published online for free viewing without registration required. The conference also supports the NGI Zero program, which provides active funding opportunities for open source projects.
First keynote speaker announced: Senko Rašić, a software developer with 25 years of experience and life-long free software supporter who created the first Croatian Linux distribution.
LPI as Media Partner
As Media Partner, LPI supports and promotes open source education and certification within Croatia’s vibrant developer and DevOps community. This collaboration highlights LPI’s continued engagement with the open source ecosystem across the Balkans.
While no LPI staff will be physically present, attendees can explore LPI’s certification resources and materials, and learn about partnership opportunities for open source skills development.

Event website:

https://2026.dorscluc.org/

Free tickets:

Register here

LPI is proud to serve as a Supporting Association for Nerdearla Chile 2026
2026-04-16 08:00 - 2026-04-18 17:00
April 16-18, 2026
Santiago, Chile
Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral (Centro GAM + Hybrid)

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to serve as a Supporting Association for Nerdearla Chile 2026, the largest free technology and open source event in Hispanic America.
Now in its third Chilean edition, Nerdearla brings together 50,000+ attendees through a hybrid format combining in-person activities at Centro GAM with global live streaming. The event features over 200 speakers from across Latin America and beyond, covering topics including DevOps, cloud infrastructure, software development, cybersecurity, AI, and open source technologies.
Event format:

April 16: Virtual workshops and talks (streaming only)
April 17-18: In-person talks, workshops, and networking at Centro GAM with live streaming

Nerdearla welcomes IT professionals of all experience levels, from students and recent graduates to senior developers, architects, and technical leaders. The event is completely free and open to the public.
Since 2014, Nerdearla has been a cornerstone of the Spanish-speaking tech community, promoting knowledge exchange and collaboration across technology, science, and open source.
Join thousands of developers, DevOps engineers, security professionals, and IT leaders for three days of technical content and community networking!

Event website:

https://nerdearla.cl/

Register (free):

https://tickets.nerdearla.cl/

LPI Offers Huge Community Discount at Grazer Linuxtage 2026!
2026-04-10 08:00 - 2026-04-11 17:00 | Graz, Austria TU Graz, Campus Inffeldgasse, Campus Inffeldgasse, Graz, Australia
April 10-11, 2026
Graz, Austria
TU Graz, Campus Inffeldgasse

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to participate in the Grazer Linuxtage 2026, an annual conference around open source software and hardware.
The Grazer Linuxtage brings together 1,000+ participants, including IT professionals, students, educators, and hobbyists, for two days of talks, workshops, and community networking. The event is free and open to the public, with no reservation required.
The program features sessions on security, development, open data, applications, and system administration, along with hands-on workshops and lightning talks.
Paper-Based Exam Sessions with Special Pricing
The exams will be offered at a community discount, costing 70 Euros (Essentials exams) and 110 Euros (all other exams). This offer is sponsored by our Channel Partners Open Source Certification GmbH and Linux-Training Werner Fischer.
Discounted exam pricing (paper-based exams only):

€70 for Linux Essentials and Security Essentials
€110 for all professional-level certification exams

Registration is required to take advantage of this offer.
There will be three exam sessions:

Friday, April 10, 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2:30 p.m.

Candidates can take Linux Essentials, Web Development Essentials, and Security Essentials in both English and German language, Open Source Essentials (only in English), the LPIC-1 (German and English), LPIC-2 (German and English), and LPIC-3 exams (English only), as well as the DevOps Tools Engineer and BSD Specialist exams (both in English only).
Since seats are limited, we kindly ask candidates to preregister for the event. Although LPI recommends pre-registration, vacant places will be allocated to candidates without pre-registration.
Register below!
The exams will be held in Seminarraum ISW, Inffeldgasse, TU Graz. The meeting point is 30 minutes before the start of the exam. Candidates must be in the exam room 15 minutes before the exam begins and bring a government-issued photo ID (passport, ID card, or driver’s license), their LPI ID, and the exam fee in cash.
LPI representatives Björn Schönewald and Dirk Streubel will be on site throughout the event.
Full event schedule: https://pretalx.linuxtage.at/glt26/schedule/
Important for the PBT Event Registration:
Registration will close 24 hours before the first exam session on Grazer Linuxtage 2026.

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LPI at Talent Land Mexico 2026
2026-04-07 08:00 - 2026-04-09 17:00 | Expo Santa Fe, Mexico City, Mexico
April 7-9, 2026
Mexico City, Mexico
Expo Santa Fe

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to participate in Talent Land Mexico 2026, one of Latin America’s largest technology and innovation events for students and young professionals.
For the first time in its history, Talent Land moves to Mexico City, bringing together over 30,000 attendees across themed «lands» covering cybersecurity, development, gaming, health tech, robotics, and entrepreneurship.
LPI will have a booth presence throughout the event. Juan Ibarra will present «Be a Linux Professional!» on April 7 at 15:00 (CDMX local time) at the Developer Land Stage.
The session explores how to turn an interest in Linux and open source into a professional advantage through LPI’s certification pathway. Topics include choosing the right certification route based on experience level, building an employable profile with globally recognized credentials, and understanding career opportunities in companies, the public sector, and international markets.
LPI will offer discount coupons to community members and students attending the event.
Visit the LPI booth to:

Meet LPI representatives in person
Learn about LPI partner programs for educational institutions
Explore partnership opportunities for open source service providers
Get details on certification pathways and discount offers

Whether you’re a student, young professional, or community member, stop by and say hello!

Event website:

https://talent-land.mx/

Linux Professional Institute at Chemnitzer Linux-Tage 2026
2026-03-28 08:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 | Chemnitzer Linux Tage, Chemnitz, Weinhold-Bau, Chemnitzer, Germany
March 28-29
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) will join at Chemnitzer Linux-Tage. This year, we are offering an extra-large community discount for our paper based exams at the event!
At the Linux Professional Institute (LPI) booth, we will provide information about our exams, learning materials, and certifications. You are more than welcome to join us to ask questions or chat with us about Linux certification.
Also, education institutions and open-source solution providers are welcome to learn more about the opportunities within the LPI partnership and how to become partners!
LPI offers discounted paper-based exams at the Chemnitzer Linux-Tage
There will be two exam sessions:

Sunday, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

Candidates can take Linux Essentials, Web Development Essentials, and Security Essentials in both English and German language, Open Source Essentials (only in English), the LPIC-1 (German and English), LPIC-2 (German and English), and LPIC-3 exams (English only), as well as the DevOps Tools Engineer and BSD Specialist exams (both in English only).
The exams will be offered at a community discount, costing 70 Euros (Essentials exams) and 110 Euros (all other exams). This offer is sponsored by our Channel Partners Open Source Certification GmbH and Linux-Training Werner Fischer.
Since seats are limited, we kindly ask candidates to preregister for the event. Although LPI recommends pre-registration, vacant places will be allocated to candidates without pre-registration.
Register below!
The exams will be held in room C25.012 in Weinhold-Bau. The meeting point is in front of the building’s door with “#wirsindchemnitz” in the window and the building name below. Candidates do not have to pay an event entrance ticket to take their exam, as the exam room is not in the main building.
The meeting point is 30 minutes before the start of the exam. Candidates must be in the exam room 15 minutes before the exam begins and bring a government-issued photo ID (passport, ID card, or driver’s license), their LPI ID, and the exam fee in cash.
General information about Chemnitzer Linux-Tage is available on the event’s website. The LPI website provides information about the LPI exams and essential exam preparation hints. Learning materials for exam preparation are available at learning.lpi.org.
Win a server, plush Tux and reference books in the LPI quiz
Visit our booth and join the big LPI quiz! Take your chance to win a Thomas-Krenn Edge4Go System, provided by Thomas-Krenn.AG, a large plush Tux, and books from Rheinwerk Verlag.
If you have questions or want to schedule a meeting at Chemnitzer Linuxtage, please contact us!
Important for the PBT Event Registration:
Registration will close 24 hours before the first exam session on Chemnitzer Linux-Tage 2026. Anyone who would still like to participate can register at short notice during the event. Please report to room C25.012 in the Weinhold building at least 30 minutes before the exam.
The online registration is now closed. If you want to participate in the exam session at Chemnitzer Linux-Tage 2026, come to the exam room half an hour before the exams starts. Exams are held in room C25.012 in Weinhold-Bau.

LPI at the Innovation Training Summit 2026, Italy
2026-03-26 09:00 - 18:00 | Auditorium della Tecnica, Viale Umberto Tupini, 65, Rome, 00100, Italy
March 26-27, 2026
Rome, Italy
Auditorium della Tecnica

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to participate as an exhibitor at the Innovation Training Summit 2026, organized by Ecosistema Formazione Italia.
The Innovation Training Summit has established itself as Italy’s premier event for the corporate training and human resources sector. The 2026 edition brings together 3,500+ participants, 250+ speakers, and 150+ partners and sponsors for two days of discussion on new training models, technologies, wellbeing, and the future of work.
The summit is designed for HR Directors, Learning & Development professionals, training organizations, companies, institutions, and innovators. The program features panels, keynotes, workshops, and structured networking opportunities focused on skill development and organizational innovation.
LPI will be present with a booth, offering an opportunity to connect with decision-makers who define training budgets, build skill development roadmaps, and choose certification partners for their organizations. Our participation reflects LPI’s commitment to positioning open source skills as essential components of future-ready workforce development.
This is an invite-only event bringing together Italy’s leading voices in corporate training and human capital development.

Event website:

https://efi-italia.it/summit

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to support the FOSSASIA Summit 2026
2026-03-08 08:00 - 2026-03-10 17:00 | Bangkok, Thailand True Digital Park West, True Digital Park West, Bangkok, Thailand
March 8-10, 2026
Bangkok, Thailand
True Digital Park West

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to support the FOSSASIA Summit 2026 as a Community Day Supporter.
Since 2009, the FOSSASIA Summit has grown into one of Asia’s leading platforms for open source collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange. The 2026 hybrid edition brings together 5,000+ participants, including developers, educators, businesses, and community leaders from across the globe.
Community Day — March 8 (Free) takes place ahead of the main summit, focusing on Open Source 101 and modern software development toolkits, with hands-on workshops and project collaboration for those starting or deepening their open source journey.
LPI’s own Kenji Ito will be presenting at Community Day on March 8. Join his session to learn more about LPI certifications and open source skills development.
The main summit runs on March 9-10, showcasing the latest in open technologies across AI, cloud, security, databases, and more.
As a Community Day Supporter, LPI is offering a community discount on LPI certification exams. Visit us at our booth to find out more!

Event website:

https://eventyay.com/e/88882f3e

Full summit information:

https://summit.fossasia.org

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate in SCALE 26
2026-03-05 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, CA, United States
March 5-8, 2026
Pasadena, California
Pasadena Convention Center

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate in SCALE 23x, 2026, North America’s largest community-run open source conference.
SCALE brings together the open source community for four days of sessions, workshops, and networking focused on open source, security, DevOps, cloud native technologies, and more.
Jon «maddog» Hall, Board Chair Emeritus of the Linux Professional Institute, will be presenting at the conference. A programmer since 1969 and a cornerstone of the free software movement since 1986, maddog brings decades of experience from his work with Bell Laboratories, Digital Equipment Corporation, VA Linux Systems, and numerous other technology pioneers. He continues to advocate for environmentally friendly computing in emerging markets through Project Cauã.
SCALE 23x features an impressive lineup of speakers from organizations including the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), Meta Platforms, County of Los Angeles, and Purdue University, alongside workshops, community activities, and specialized tracks.
Whether you’re a developer, system administrator, security professional, or open source enthusiast, SCALE offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, share, and connect with the North American open source community.
Join us in Pasadena!

Event website:

https://www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/23x

Full schedule and speakers:

https://www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/23x/speakers

proxtalks 2026: LPI Media Partnership
2026-03-05 08:00 - 17:00
Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Location: Vienna, Austria
Event Type: In-person Conference
Expected Attendance: 150 participants

About proxtalks
proxtalks is a specialized conference dedicated to Proxmox virtualization technology, bringing together system administrators, IT professionals, and virtualization experts from across Germany and Europe.
This one-day technical conference features hands-on sessions, expert presentations, and networking opportunities focused on Proxmox Virtual Environment (PVE), Proxmox Mail Gateway, and Proxmox Backup Server.
Linux Professional Institute at proxtalks
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to be a Media Partner at proxtalks 2026, alongside Thomas-Krenn.
LPI Board Member Werner Fischer will deliver a presentation at the conference, sharing insights of the Linux Storage Stack.
Why Attend
proxtalks offers a unique opportunity to:

Learn directly from Proxmox experts and community leaders
Discover best practices for virtualization and container management
Network with fellow IT professionals and system administrators
Explore the latest developments in open source virtualization technology
Connect with the LPI community and learn about professional certification pathways

Event Details
For complete event information, registration details, and the full conference program, visit the official proxtalks website:
https://proxtalks.de/
About the Partnership
This media partnership represents a valuable collaboration between LPI and the proxtalks conference, providing additional visibility for open source certification and professional development within the Proxmox community. The partnership creates a win-win situation for both organizations, strengthening connections between virtualization technology and professional Linux certification.

LPI is pleased to participate in PUE Academy Day 2026, "The AI Edition"
2026-02-18 09:00 - 17:00 | Avinguda Diagonal, 98-100 – Distrito 22@. Barcelona, 08019., Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona, Spain
February 18, 2026
Spain

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to participate in PUE Academy Day 2026, themed «The AI Edition».
PUE Academy is an LPI Academic Partner and Channel Partner, both at Platinum Level. Our participation reflects this valued partnership and our shared commitment to empowering educational institutions with industry-relevant open source training and certification programs.
This reference event for the educational community helps institutions incorporate Artificial Intelligence into their students’ skill sets. PUE Academy Day is designed to make it easier for educational institutions to officially train and certify in the technologies most in demand by industry.
The agenda features inspiring talks by technology leaders on integrating generative AI into educational processes, success stories, roundtables, and new courses and certifications across finance, cybersecurity, cloud, programming, digital marketing, project management, graphic design, and other specialties — with generative AI as the key innovative component.
With 600 expected attendees, including IT professionals, teachers, business leaders, and government officials, the event offers valuable networking opportunities for academic institutions and training organizations.
LPI will present «Get Certified: Turn your students into certified Linux professionals» from 10:05 to 10:40. Register here.
If your organization is interested in becoming an LPI partner, submit your application at https://www.lpi.org/partner-programs/

Event website:

https://www.pue.es/pue-academy/academy-day

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) to attend the National Open Source Innovation Summit, Ireland
2026-02-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Trinity College, Dublin City Centre Ireland, Dublin, Laighin, D2, Ireland
February 6, 2026
Dublin, Ireland

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to attend the National Open Source Innovation Summit 2026, now in its second year.
The summit convenes leading international speakers and participants from the open source community to explore opportunities for open source adoption and collaboration across government, industry, and academia. Attendees will engage with real-world innovation stories, emerging trends, and practical strategies for leveraging open source technologies.
With 200 expected participants, including IT professionals, business leaders, and government officials, the summit provides a unique platform for networking and knowledge exchange. LPI’s presence reflects our commitment to building partnerships in Ireland and supporting the growing open source ecosystem across the region.
This event is a mix of public and invite-only sessions, offering attendees the opportunity to connect with those shaping the future of open source in Ireland and beyond.
If you are attending the summit, stop by and say hello!

Event website:

https://summit.openirelandnetwork.com/

LPI at FOSDEM 2026, with Exam Discount for the Community!
2026-01-31 09:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 | ULB Campus, Brussels, Belgium, Av. Franklin Roosevelt 50, 1050 Bruxelles, Belgium, Brussels, Belgium
February 1, 2026
ULB Campus, Brussels, Belgium

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) will be present at FOSDEM 2026 without an official booth, but very much on site through its community and one of its most recognisable voices.
Jon “maddog” Hall, Chairman Emeritus of LPI, will deliver a talk titled “Privacy and Sovereignty in a Post Quantum Open World” as part of the Identity and Access Management developer room.
The session will take place on Sunday, February 1, from 11:05 to 11:35, in Room H.2214. The talk will explore the impact of post-quantum computing on encryption, digital sovereignty, and why open source systems remain essential for security, transparency, and control.
FOSDEM is one of the most important free and open source software events in the world, bringing together thousands of developers, contributors, and organisations every year in Brussels. Even without a booth, LPI will be easy to spot, including through a special on-site exam discount worn proudly during the event. If you are curious, come to FOSDEM and ask! If you need assistance in retrieving your discount, please contact us.
Meet us in the corridors, attend the talk, and say hello!

Talk details:

https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/event/ULPHF3-privacy_and_sovereignty_in_a_post_quantum_open_world/

Full FOSDEM 2026 schedule:

https://fosdem.org/2026/schedule/

FOSDEM homepage:

https://fosdem.org/2026/

LPI at the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026
2026-01-30 09:00 - 18:00 | Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
January 30, 2026
Brussels, Belgium + Online

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate in the EU Open Source Policy Summit 2026, organised by OpenForum Europe. This flagship annual event brings together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and community representatives to shape the future of open source in Europe’s digital strategy.
The 2026 edition, themed Digital Sovereignty Runs on Open Source, will explore how open collaboration drives competitiveness, resilience, and innovation across critical sectors — from cloud and AI to automotive software, cybersecurity, and public digital infrastructure.
Throughout the day, participants will engage with key topics such as:

Open source as the foundation of Europe’s digital sovereignty and innovation capacity.
Security and sustainability in light of the Cyber Resilience Act and the European Sovereign Tech Fund.
Trusted open infrastructure for AI, identity, and public services.
The role of public sector OSPOs in institutional capability building.
The case for a Fourth European Standardisation Organisation to support open development.

As a Bronze Sponsor, LPI continues to support the Summit’s mission to connect open source with European policymaking and institutional practice. This partnership reflects LPI’s commitment to fostering open, secure, and transparent digital ecosystems through skills development, education, and certification.
The event will take place in person in Brussels and be accessible online for remote participants. Attendance is by invitation, with free access for virtual participants.

For more information, visit:

https://summit.openforumeurope.org/

Univention Summit 2026: LPI as a Media Partner
2026-01-28 08:00 - 2026-01-29 17:00 | ATLANTIC Hotel Galopprennbahn Bremen, Bremen, Germany
January 28-29, 2026
Bremen, Germany, and online

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is glad to support the Univention Summit 2026 as a Media Partner. The summit brings together community and industry voices to discuss open source, digital sovereignty, and practical solutions for public administration, education, and business.
LPI will also highlight the session by Werner Fischer on teaching Linux in schools with LPI certification, scheduled for January 28 at 14:10 on the Tech Stage.
As part of this media partnership, LPI will promote the summit through its channels and provide a limited-time 20% discount on an LPI exam for attendees. For details, please contact events@lpi.org.

For more information, visit:

https://www.univention-summit.de/

LPI at OLF ’25: Ohio Linux Fest
2025-12-06 | Sonesta Columbus Downtown Hotel, 33 East Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus, OH, 43215, United States
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to support the OLF Conference 2025 as a Media Partner. OLF is a long-running free and open source software conference in the United States Midwest, bringing together developers, system administrators, educators, and community advocates for a full day of talks, birds of a feather sessions, and networking in downtown Columbus.
The 2025 edition will be a one-day experience as the OLF team evaluates new venues and formats for future years. The event program includes keynotes, technical presentations, an expo area, community posters, and an evening raffle followed by an afterparty.
LPI will be present with a table hosted by Jon “maddog” Hall, Chairman Emeritus of the LPI Board and a long-time supporter of OLF. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet maddog, learn about LPI’s certifications and community initiatives, and connect around the role of free and open source software in education and industry.
The conference schedule features a range of sessions on open source practice, infrastructure, data, and community. The day will close with Jon “maddog” Hall’s talk Footnote: Not About Being Free but About Having Control, focusing on how GNU/Linux and free software give individuals and organizations more control over their systems and choices.

LPI at SeaGL 2025
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-08 | University of Washington, Husky Union Bldg (HUB), 4001 E Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States
November 7–8, 2025
University of Washington, Husky Union Building (HUB), Seattle, USA

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to participate in SeaGL 2025 as an exhibitor and media partner. SeaGL (Seattle GNU/Linux Conference) is a community-focused, grassroots free/libre/open-source software event that brings together developers, educators, advocates, and enthusiasts. The 2025 edition takes place on the University of Washington campus and is free to attend in person or remotely.
LPI will be present at the exhibitor hall with a booth open on both days, offering information about certifications, membership, and partnership opportunities. In addition, LPI representatives will contribute to the program with talks highlighting the impact of open source on education and careers.
LPI sessions at SeaGL 2025:
– Jon «maddog» Hall: Project Caua Unleashed! (Friday, November 7, 10:30 AM)
– Ted Matsumura: Intro to OpenTofu: Open Source IaC Overview (Friday, November 7, 3:00 PM)
The conference emphasizes inclusivity and community-driven collaboration, featuring talks, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees can join in person without registration or connect remotely through Matrix.

For more information, visit:

https://seagl.org/attend

LPI at Capital Series Denmark 2025
2025-10-23
October 23, 2025
Folketinget Christiansborg, Landstingssal, Copenhagen, Denmark

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is pleased to participate in Capital Series Denmark 2025, a high-level in-person event hosted by OpenForum Europe (OFE). This gathering will bring together policymakers, open source advocates, and public sector leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges for open technologies in Denmark, including the Danish government’s move to ban Microsoft products.
The discussions will focus on how open source can support public sector innovation, digital sovereignty, and secure infrastructure. The event also aims to strengthen collaboration between government, industry, and community stakeholders.
LPI will join the program to connect with partners in Denmark, share insights on open source skills and workforce development, and explore opportunities for collaboration in the Danish open source ecosystem.
Capital Series Denmark 2025

For more information, visit:

https://openforumeurope.org/event/ofe-capital-series-denmark/

LPI + LinuxFest Northwest: Celebrating a Quarter-Century Together!
2025-04-25
April 25–27, 2025
Bellingham, WA, USA
Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to be a Media Partner of LinuxFest Northwest 2025 (lfnw25), marking 25 years of open source community, learning, and collaboration.
About LinuxFest Northwest
LinuxFest Northwest is a free and community-driven open source event that takes place each April in Bellingham, Washington. With a wide range of talks, workshops, and exhibits on Linux, InfoSec, privacy, and more, it welcomes novices, students, and professionals alike. The event celebrates freedom in software and community, fostering inclusive learning and collaboration.
LPI at LinuxFest Northwest
LPI is honoured to support the event and highlight some of our community leaders:

Jon «maddog» Hall, LPI Board Chair Emeritus, will present:

Project Caua: Start your own business, be your own boss – Saturday, April 26, 2025 – 09:30 (Room HC-108)
In the Beginning… – Sunday, April 27, 2025 – 14:30 (Room HC-108)

Ted Matsumura, LPI Board Member, will speak on:

Securing Your Web Server – Saturday, April 26, 2025 – 09:30 (Room DMC 142)

LinuxFest Featured Events

Friday hike on local trails
Social gathering at a local brewery
Game Night at a video game bar
Raspberry Pi Club Jeopardy
“How to LFNW” orientation
Distro lab to test out your next OS
Raffle and garage sale in the exhibit hall
Lightning talks to share your ideas and projects
Saturday dinner and drinks with the community

Join us at LinuxFest Northwest as we celebrate its 25th anniversary—a true community celebration of open source!
