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OpenLogic Launches Training Services for Open Source Software
Published 11th December 2008
Training Helps Enterprises Accelerate IT Projects using Lower Cost Open Source Technologies
BROOMFIELD, Colo. December 10, 2008—OpenLogic, Inc., a provider of enterprise open source software solutions encompassing hundreds of open source packages, is launching a new series of open source training services that will help enterprises accelerate migration projects and new development using lower cost open source technologies. OpenLogic’s customized, on-site classes provide expert training and advice based on proven industry best practices and years of experience working in mid sized and global 2000 companies.
“With the current economic situation, many companies are turning to lower cost open source software. OpenLogic’s training classes help companies accelerate migration projects from expensive proprietary solutions to open source technologies and jump start new development efforts. As IT budgets come under increasing pressure, companies can invest in training on open source solutions as a way to deliver more at a fraction of the cost,” said Kim Weins, senior vice president of OpenLogic.
The full training course catalog can be found here:
http://www.openlogic.com/products/open-source-training.php
Training Delivery Formats
Open Source training courses are available in a variety of formats ranging from virtual one-day seminars to customized, multi-day training workshops.
• Seminars — Software development training seminars are lecture-only, with a focus on creating knowledge awareness in a short-period of time. Sessions last 2-4 hours, accommodate up to 50 people, and can be delivered online or on-site.
• Hands-On — Hands-on training is customized, instructor-led training with an in-depth presentation of a technology and its concepts. Sessions are typically multi-day and accommodate up to 14 people.
• Workshops — Workshops are instructor-led lab-intensives focused on the practical application of technologies through the facilitation of a project-related lab. Sessions are typically multi-day and accommodate up to 12 people.
• Mentoring — Individualized mentoring delivers targeted knowledge transfer and application to small teams. Sessions range in length and accommodate up to 6 people.