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My career is well into its fourth, and possibly final, decade. It has spanned most of the United States and a few locations outside as well, a good 75 or so places in total. I often find myself reading about … Read more

When I first began exploring the world of technology, Linux appeared to be just another operating system—an alternative to Windows or macOS, typically associated with developers and IT professionals. But as I advanced through my studies in Computer Science and … Read more

FOSDEM has always been a special event, but attending this year felt different. I wasn’t just here for myself—I was here as a teacher, accompanying two ITS classes, one of which I’ve been preparing for their LPIC-1 certification. Their task? … Read more

Certification organizations tend to be viewed as gate-keepers: The certification seeker stands outside while trying to muster up the magic incantation that lets them into the inner sanctum. Linux Professional Institute (LPI) instead sees itself as a partner of each … Read more

The United Nations—which tops the list of important international bodies with functions such as the World Health Organization (WHO), the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)—has … Read more

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

As Linux Professional Institute (LPI) celebrates 25 years of empowering open source professionals, we at GreekLUG—now in our 15th year—are proud to stand with LPI at this milestone. Together, we’ve fostered a growing community dedicated to advancing Linux and Free … Read more

Since the beginning of my career, I have always recognized the significant value of professional certifications. They have consistently served as guides in my studies and professional development, while also standing out as notable additions to my resume, demonstrating initiative, … Read more

Juggling multiple SSH connections can turn into a real headache. Imagine having to remember which host is running what command or constantly guessing the right session among a dozen open tabs. If you’ve been there, you’ll know the struggle. Enter … Read more

In this interview, Devin Ulibarri, Executive Director of Sugar Labs, shares insights into the organization’s mission to enhance education through open-source technology. As part of our series highlighting the social and human side of FOSS, Devin takes us on a … Read more

When I first encountered GNU/Linux, I never imagined it would transform both my professional path and my personal growth. My name is Daniele Sconda, I live in Flero, and I work as an IT systems administrator. This is the story … Read more

SC24 offered a wealth of learning opportunities, combining technical sessions, workshops, and networking. Bigani highlighted these standout areas: HPC and AI Application Development: Strategies to optimize HPC resources for AI workflows. Deep and Machine Learning: Using HPC for scalable and … Read more