Description:

This workshop provides a basic introduction to the open source development process with examples taken from open source applications that are commonly used in the library community. It answers common questions about support, reliability, security, and cost.

Learning Outcomes - at the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
> Outline the basic freedoms protected by most open source licenses
> Know what to look for in a successful open source project
> Identify potential commercial and non-commercial sources of technical support for open source software
> Answer basic questions about open source software

Continuing Education Units:

.2 CEUs
2 Contact Hours

Intended Audience:

Librarians who are interested in learning about open source technologies or who are preparing to deploy open source projects.

Prerequisites:

None

Notes:

Registrations for this class must be received at least one week before the start date. Registrants should receive an email with detailed login and setup instructions. Please call Educational Services at 800.999.8558 if you do not receive this email at least three days before the class. For more information about Lyrasis' E-cademy classes, visit the FAQ's web page.

This Course is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.

Time: All web-based classes are advertised in Eastern Time.

Technical Requirements:

Please see the Technical Requirements for live online classes.

Associated Training Tracks:

Technology Maintenance

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Registration:

You may register for a class using one of two methods:
Online Ordering  - you may register for a class by clicking on the "Schedule" tab, and then click on the "Register" link for one of the scheduled classes.

PDF Form - you may register by printing out the registration form and faxing it to LYRASIS.