Semana Linux Universidad Distrital (SLUD) 2026: LPI Media Partner

• August 18-21, 2026
• Universidad Distrital, Bogotá, Colombia

Linux 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).

Now 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.

20% Discount on LPI Certifications

SLUD 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.

Community Focus and Audience

SLUD 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.

LPI as Media Partner

As 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.

• Event website:
  • https://glud.org/