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SUMMARY:LPI at Talent Land Mexico 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 7-9\, 2026\nMexico City\, Mexico\nExpo Santa Fe\n\nLinux 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. \nFor 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. \nLPI 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. \nThe 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. \nLPI will offer discount coupons to community members and students attending the event. \nVisit the LPI booth to: \n\nMeet LPI representatives in person\nLearn about LPI partner programs for educational institutions\nExplore partnership opportunities for open source service providers\nGet details on certification pathways and discount offers\n\nWhether you’re a student\, young professional\, or community member\, stop by and say hello! \n\nEvent website:\n\nhttps://talent-land.mx/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/talentland-mex-26/
LOCATION:Expo Santa Fe\, Mexico City\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Events where you can meet LPI,Event in Latin America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T080000
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SUMMARY:LPI is proud to serve as a Supporting Association for Nerdearla Chile 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 16-18\, 2026\nSantiago\, Chile\nCentro Cultural Gabriela Mistral (Centro GAM + Hybrid)\n\nLinux 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. \nNow 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. \nEvent format: \n\nApril 16: Virtual workshops and talks (streaming only)\nApril 17-18: In-person talks\, workshops\, and networking at Centro GAM with live streaming\n\nNerdearla 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. \nSince 2014\, Nerdearla has been a cornerstone of the Spanish-speaking tech community\, promoting knowledge exchange and collaboration across technology\, science\, and open source. \nJoin thousands of developers\, DevOps engineers\, security professionals\, and IT leaders for three days of technical content and community networking! \n\nEvent website:\n\nhttps://nerdearla.cl/\n\n\nRegister (free):\n\nhttps://tickets.nerdearla.cl/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/nerdearla-26/
CATEGORIES:Events where you can meet LPI,Event in Latin America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T080000
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SUMMARY:LPI Participating at FLISOL 2026 with Community Discount
DESCRIPTION:April 25 – May 31\, 2026\nLatin America (multiple venues) + Online\n\nLinux Professional Institute (LPI) is participating in FLISOL 2026 as a media partner. \nFLISOL (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. \nWith 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. \n20% Community Discount on LPI Exams!\nLPI is continuing the collaboration established in previous years. A 20% Community Discount will be available for attendees to access LPI certification exams and resources. \nGeneral information about FLISOL is available on the event’s website.
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/flisol-26/
LOCATION:Latin America (multiple venues)
CATEGORIES:Event in Latin America
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SUMMARY:LPI at MoodleMoot Costa Rica 2026 with Community Discount
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 17-18\, 2026\nLocation: Costa Rica\nFormat: In-person Event\nLanguage: Spanish\, English\n\nAbout the Event\nMoodleMoot is the most important international event for the Moodle community\, bringing together educators\, developers\, and administrators to share experiences\, best practices\, and the latest innovations in e-learning and educational technology. The 2026 edition takes place in Costa Rica\, organized by Emprove\, an LPI Solution Provider Partner active in the region. \nIntended For\n\nIT professionals\nTeachers and professors\nEducational institution administrators\nE-learning developers and technologists\n\nLPI Community Discount\n\nMoodleMoot Costa Rica 2026 attendees can access a 20% discount on LPI certification exams.\n\nMore Information\n\nhttps://moodlemoot.emprove.co.cr/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/moodlemoot-26/
LOCATION:San Jose\, San Jose\, Costa Rica
CATEGORIES:Event in Latin America
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SUMMARY:Semana Linux Universidad Distrital (SLUD) 2026: LPI Media Partner
DESCRIPTION:August 18-21\, 2026\nUniversidad Distrital\, Bogotá\, Colombia\n\nLinux Professional Institute (LPI) is proud to serve as Media Partner for the Semana Linux de la Universidad Distrital (SLUD) 2026\, the flagship event of the Grupo GNU/Linux de la Universidad Distrital (GLUD). \nNow in its 2026 edition and themed around open source automation\, SLUD brings together more than 300 engineering students and technology professionals for five days of keynote sessions\, technical workshops\, and a central open source automation hackathon. The event is designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry\, connecting the next generation of Colombian technology professionals with real-world open source skills and career pathways. \n20% Discount on LPI Certifications \nSLUD 2026 participants receive a 20% discount on LPI certification exams. This exclusive offer allows students and professionals to validate their Linux and open source skills with globally recognized credentials. \nCommunity Focus and Audience \nSLUD 2026 targets engineering students and recent graduates\, as well as educators and technology professionals engaged with open source infrastructure and automation. As an established academic community event\, SLUD represents one of Colombia’s key touchpoints between university talent and the open source industry. \nLPI as Media Partner \nAs Media Partner\, LPI supports SLUD 2026 through dedicated online coverage and social media promotion across its global channels. LPI and GLUD share a long-standing relationship as Community Partners\, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing Linux education and open source certification among the next generation of engineers in Colombia and across Latin America. \n\nEvent website:\n\nhttps://glud.org/
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/slud-26/
LOCATION:Universidad Distrital\, Bogotá\, Colombia\, Bogotà\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Event in Latin America
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
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SUMMARY:Software Freedom Day 2026. LPI sponsor\, 20% off exams
DESCRIPTION:Let’s make Software Freedom Day 2026 the most impactful yet. Join SFD in shaping the future of open technology: locally and globally. \n\nDate: Saturday\, 19 September 2026\nFormat: Worldwide\, local events and online activities\nLanguage: Multilingual (localised per event)\n\nAbout the Event\nSoftware Freedom Day (SFD) is a global celebration of Free/Libre and Open Source Software. Organised annually by the Digital Freedom Foundation\, SFD gathers enthusiasts\, developers\, educators\, and organisations to promote ethical technology and digital empowerment. \nLPI is Proud to Be a Sponsor\nAfter years of collaboration and support\, Linux Professional Institute (LPI) continues its commitment as an official sponsor of SFD26. We support the initiative not only with visibility and awareness\, but also by contributing to swag pack distribution and broader outreach efforts. \n20% Discount on LPI Certifications\nSoftware Freedom Day 2026 participants receive a 20% discount on LPI certification exams. This exclusive offer allows Linux and open source enthusiasts to validate their skills with globally recognised credentials. \nJoin the Movement\n\nAttend or Organise: Join a local event or set up your own. Create an account and register it at digitalfreedoms.org.\nVolunteer: Help with talks\, workshops\, logistics\, or social media buzz.\nSupport: Whether with time\, money\, or simply spreading the word\, your support makes a difference. Learn more.\n\nIn a Nutshell\n\nFreedom: SFD promotes software freedom\, privacy\, and user rights.\nCareers: It highlights valuable skills and shows the real-world impact of FOSS.\nCommunity: It builds bridges between newcomers and seasoned professionals.\n\nMore Information\n\nBrowse Events\nRegister Your Event\nSFD Blog\nSocial: #SFD26 #SFD\n\nLet’s make Software Freedom Day 2026 the most impactful yet. Join us in shaping the future of open technology\, locally and globally. \nSoftware Freedom Day: The Beginnings\nLet’s hear directly from Software Freedom Day itself\, as we amplify their vision and message to inspire action worldwide. \nSoftware Freedom Day is an international effort to inform people about software freedom: the ability to use and change software to meet your needs instead of purchasing commercial software and using it. \nStarted by Matt Oquist in the early 2000s\, it rapidly grew into a worldwide community effort. In this video Matt talks about how he originated the idea and how he and his friends made it happen. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content\, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers. \n More Information \n Unblock content Accept required service and unblock content \n \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/sfd-26/
LOCATION:Global (multiple venues)
CATEGORIES:Other events,Event in Europe,Event in Asia,Event in North America,Event in Latin America,Event in Africa,Event in Oceania,LPI Media Partnership Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T180000
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SUMMARY:LPI at TDC São Paulo 2026: Booth\, Mentorship\, Exam Discount
DESCRIPTION:The Developer’s Conference (TDC) São Paulo 2026 is one of the largest developer conferences in Brazil and South America. The three-day event will feature talks\, panels\, practical workshops\, mentoring\, networking\, and discussions on technology and innovation\, taking place September 23–25 at Pro Magno in São Paulo\, with both in-person and online participation. \nThe 2026 edition will focus heavily on applied artificial intelligence\, technical decision-making\, architecture\, product\, data\, security\, and the practical application of technology. \nBrazil is an important region for LPI\, with strong opportunities to expand awareness of Linux\, open source\, and the benefits of professional certification. Linux Professional Institute (LPI) is excited to participate as a Bronze Sponsor at TDC São Paulo 2026. \nVisit the LPI Booth\, Get 20% Discount on LPI Exams \nLPI will have a booth at the event. LPI representative Eduardo Lima will be there connecting with attendees and sharing information about Linux and open source certification pathways\, Learning Materials\, and opportunities to develop globally relevant technology skills. \nDon’t forget to ask Eduardo about a 20% discount on your next LPI exam. \nLPI will also participate in the Executive Forum\, providing opportunities for B2B networking and engagement with technology leaders. \nMentorship Sessions \nAt TDC São Paulo 2026\, LPI will host dedicated mentorship sessions on “Open Source Curriculum Alignment” and “Open Source on Digital Sovereignty and Digital Public Infrastructure.” Check the event agenda for dates\, times\, and registration information. \nEvent website: https://thedevconf.com/tdc/2026/sao-paulo/ \nUse coupon code “LPINOTDCSP20” to get a 20% discount on event registration.
URL:https://www.lpi.org/event/lpi-at-tdc-sao-paulo-2026-booth-mentorship-exam-discount/
LOCATION:Pro Magno Centro de Eventos\, Av. Professora Ida Kolb\, 513 - Jardim das Laranjeiras\, São Paulo - SP\, 02518-000\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:Events where you can meet LPI,Event in Latin America
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