3 Month FOSS Event Planner
After a brief discussion with our team, we have come up with an event plan for the next 3 months to introduce new users to the open source software ecosystem.
The FOSS Club is excited to kick off a series of seminars covering essential FOSS topics. We will be hosting a combination of online and offline events over the coming months.
January:
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Introduction to FOSS/Open Source/Opportunities and Importance of FOSS
This seminar will provide an overview of open source software, its underlying philosophy and principles, as well as a brief history of the FOSS movement.
Mode: Offline -
Git, GitHub, and Command Line Basics
We will be discovering the world of open-source code hosting and version control platforms, and learn how to effectively use the command line interface through interactive demonstrations and exercises.
Mode: Offline
February:
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FOSS Software Alternatives
Exploring free and open-source software tools that provide robust alternatives to proprietary platforms.
Mode: Offline/Online -
Linux Installation & LibreOffice Installation Party
Get hands-on guidance and support from our team to install Linux on your personal devices.
Also learn how to download, install, and start using these powerful open-source office suites.
Mode: Offline
March:
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Open Source Pioneers Interview Series
Watch party featuring interviews with influential technology leaders who shaped open-source computing.
Mode: Offline -
Circuitverse and FreeCAD
Introduction to open-source platforms for digital circuit design and computer-aided engineering.
Mode: Offline