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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 2d

“Working with Linux was a revelation—comfortable, user-friendly, and flexible enough to meet my evolving needs.”

Discover how #tech pro Kevin’s #career grew with #Linux and why it plays a key role in modern #IT infrastructure: lpi.org/ysuh

#LPI #opensource #FOSS

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 3d

The Open Source JobHub and #LPI 2025 Open Source Professionals Job Survey Report contains key industry insights for #FOSS employers who want to understand the values of professionals working in open source.

Learn more: lpi.org/ejcr

#LPI #FOSS #IT

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 4d

Free tools for creativity!

#Upscayl, #rembg, #Fooocus, #Whisper, #LLAMA3 by #Meta, #Mixtral8x22b,, & more: These #opensource, #AI-powered tools make image editing, audio work, transcription, and LLMs fun and easy!

Learn more from #FOSS mentor Moreno Razzoli: lpi.org/cyeo

#LPI

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 5d

From vacuum tubes to #freesoftware, #LPI Board Chair Emeritus Jon “maddog” Hall’s LinuxFest Northwest 2025 talk captured the humor, determination, & experience shaping his decades-long #opensource journey.

See how curiosity & collaboration drive progress in #tech: lpi.org/femf

#FOSS

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 6d

Shoutout to AUF for empowering future tech talent! 🎓

400 students in 15 countries now have a head start in #IT, as they receive #LPI #LinuxEssentials exam vouchers from AUF.

Curious how #Linux skills open career doors?

Learn more: lpi.org/x3q7

#LPI #opensource #EdTech #LinuxEssentials

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 8d

Happy Birthday to #GentooLinux! 🐧🎂🎈

Named after the world's fastest penguin, this #Linux distribution has been delighting everyone with its flexibility and performance for 26 years.

A big thank you to the #Gentoo developers, the community, and everyone else who makes this great #distro possible!

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 9d

Want to contribute to #QuantumComputing research with a regular computer? 🧑💻

#QuTiP #opensource #Python toolkit lets you simulate quantum systems, used by tens of thousands worldwide.

Dive into the final part of this series by LPI’s Andrew Oram to learn more: lpi.org/0ta5

#FOSS #LPI

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 10d

From vacuum tubes to #freesoftware, #LPI Board Chair Emeritus Jon “maddog” Hall’s LinuxFest Northwest 2025 talk captured the humor, determination, & experience shaping his decades-long #opensource journey.

See how curiosity & collaboration drive progress in #tech: lpi.org/femf

#FOSS

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 11d

AUF invests in student success! 🎓

The global network of universities and research institutions has #LPI #LinuxEssentials exam vouchers available for 400 students in 15 countries.

Wishing these future #IT pros the best as they launch careers with in-demand #opensource skills!

lpi.org/x3q7

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 12d

Happy 25th Birthday to #Knoppix, one of the first #CD and #USB bootable #Linux distros! 🐧🎂🎉

Based on Debian, Knoppix is a historic part of #opensource, and a classic community favorite. Thanks Klaus Knopper and the Knoppix community for helping shape the future of #FOSS!

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 13d

Are you a content creator? 🎨

Upscale images, remove backgrounds, add flair, clean/transcribe audio, or explore #LLMs with #free, #opensource AI tools like #Upscayl, #Rembg, #Whisper, #LLAMA3, & more!

Learn from #FOSS mentor Moreno Razzoli 👉 lpi.org/cyeo

#LPI #AI #FOSS

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 16d

“I started programming in 1969.”

At LinuxFest Northwest 2025, #LPI Board Chair Emeritus Jon “maddog” Hall shared lessons from his decades in #tech, showing why curiosity and community matter as much as #code.

Dive into the article to learn more (a must-read for #FOSS fans): lpi.org/femf

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 17d

Step into the world of #opensource and receive a 25% discount voucher for a #LinuxEssentials exam!

Tag Linux Professional Institute (LPI) in a pic of your new #Linux setup with the hashtags #switchtolinux & #LPI25. Send your #FOSS journey post to [email protected] and claim your reward.

lpi.org/dx4i

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 18d

Want to contribute to #QuantumComputing research with a regular computer? 🧑💻

#QuTiP #opensource #Python toolkit lets you simulate quantum systems, used by tens of thousands worldwide.

Dive into the final part of this series by LPI’s Andrew Oram to learn more: lpi.org/0ta5

#FOSS #LPI

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 19d

What matters to #opensource professionals?

Discover how to attract and retain #FOSS pros at your organization. Check out the 2025 Open Source Professionals Job Survey Report by Open Source JobHub and #LPI to understand what they value: lpi.org/ejcr

#LPI #FOSS #IT

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 20d

From image edits to audio work to exploring LLMs like ChatGPT, #opensource AI have you covered! 🐧💪

Check out #FOSS mentor Moreno Razzoli’s top #free #AI-powered #opensource tools 👉 lpi.org/cyeo

#LPI #Linux #upscayl #rembg #Fooocus #Whisper

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 23d

Ready to launch your #IT career?

#UpgradetoLinux and share a photo of your new #Linux setup with the hashtags #LPI25 and #switchtolinux to receive a 25% discount voucher for an #LPI #LinuxEssentials exam! 💪🐧🌍

View more 25th anniversary details and discounts: lpi.org/pho9

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 24d

#FOSS is driving the leap from #quantum research to real-world impact 💪 ⚛️🖥️

Explore Part 2 of this series as LPI’s Andrew Oram dives into #QuTiP, an #opensource toolkit advancing science and careers despite funding and governance hurdles: lpi.org/0ta5

#FOSS #LPI

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 25d

Want to build a thriving business around #Linux?

From customizable Linux notebooks & desktops to a Snap-free OS and upstream kernel work, @tuxedocomputers.bsky.social showed how it’s done.

Dive into this article by Andrew Oram to see how their success can inspire yours: lpi.org/77ei

#LPI

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 26d

#LPI is proud to be an official sponsor of #SoftwareFreedomDay 2025 on Sept. 20! 🐧💪

Join the global movement, support #freesoftware, and connect with #FOSS networks in your community.

Learn how to get involved & be future-ready: lpi.org/n837

#SFD #DigitalFreedomFoundation

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · 27d

Want a #tech career that grows? 🌱

Kevin started with coding, discovered #Linux, and leveled up with the #LPI #LinuxEssentials certificate. Now he's aiming for #DevOps.

Explore this article to see how you can launch or boost your career with #FOSS: lpi.org/ysuh

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · Sep 11

#FOSS is shaping #QuantumComputing 🌍

Dive into part 1 of #LPI Editor Andrew Oram’s new series to explore how #classiq & #OQTOPUS unite researchers worldwide to push boundaries in this complex field: lpi.org/64ro

#opensource #LPI

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · Sep 10

#UpgradetoLinux and launch your #IT career with a 25% discount voucher for a #LinuxEssentials exam!

Snap a photo of your #Linux setup, tag @LPI.org with the hashtags #LPI25 and #switchtolinux, and send an email of your post to [email protected] to join the #opensource movement!

lpi.org/75i6

#FOSS

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lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · Sep 9

Celebrate #SoftwareFreedomDay 2025 on Sept. 20 by organizing or attending a #FOSS event, #volunteering, or supporting the global movement.

Be part of the community shaping the future of #freesoftware!

#LPI is an official sponsor of #SFD25 🐧💪

Learn more: lpi.org/n837

#DigitalFreedomFoundation

lpiafrica.bsky.social @lpiafrica.bsky.social · Sep 8

#FOSS supports the development of education, careers, and communities around the world.

Linux Professional Institute (LPI) strives to make creative and economic opportunities accessible to all through vendor-neutral #opensource certification.

Visit: lpi.org/ZsR

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