One Course Source - Open Source Conference Scheduled to Premiere in October 2007, San Diego

July 19, 2007; 05:19 AM
San Diego-based One Course Source is planning its first annual Open Source event to be held this fall: the One Course Source – Open Source Conference.

OCS-OSC addresses the growing demand for alternative technology solutions that can cost-effectively support and sustain the corporate IT environment. This conference will provide an atmosphere that encourages the sharing of knowledge and experience of Open Source solutions in corporate IT.

Date: October 3^rd - 4^th

Location: San Diego Ramada Inn and Conference Center

One Course Source is teaming up with local businesses Technical Training Resources and Edustone CES to sponsor this year’s event. An exhibit hall, open both days of the conference, will introduce IT professionals and leaders in the Open Source community. Vendor space is now available for all business sizes.

OCS-OSC will also host a seminar series in which speakers and attendees will discuss various aspects of the integration of Open Source into Corporate IT.

Session Tracks:

• Open Source Applications

• Open Source Development

• Open Source Operating Systems and Security

Proposals for speakers are currently being accepted. Detailed information about lecturer proposal submission is available online:

www.OneCourseSource.com/ocs-osc.php

One Course Source is also proud to announce that Damian Conway, a leader in the Perl community, will give a special lecture “Geek Eye for the Suit Guy” on Wednesday, October 3^rd.

OCS-OSC will be an essential meeting ground for today’s IT managers, system administrators, software engineers, technical trainers and other professionals who are interested in discovering how Open Source technologies can be implemented in Corporate IT. The OCS-OSC Planning Committee anticipates a very successful and exciting turnout this year and looks forward to expanding San Diego’s presence in the Open Source community.

For more information visit: www.OneCourseSource.com/ocs-osc.php

Introducing the OCS-OSC Sponsors

One Course Source

One Course Source was launched in 2006 to provide companies with more practical open source training literature. OCS develops and distributes courseware to training sites and classrooms with major focus on Linux, UNIX, Perl, and Tcl. Understanding the benefits of open source, OCS decided to spear-head the effort to host a cost-effective conference and tradeshow. This event will bring together San Diego-based organizations to discuss the growth potential of implementing Open Source technologies in Corporate IT environments. The result is OCS-OSC.

Technical Training Resources

Established in 1995, Technical Training Resources has offered learning opportunities for high-end UNIX, Linux, Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003, programming, scripting languages, and Microsoft desktop applications. Organizations can create a customized course that best fits the needs of their staff. In November, 1999, TTR created a three-classroom corporate training center on Miramar Road to better service its client's needs. TTR is pleased to kick-off the first annual OCS-OSC San Diego event.

Edustone CES

Located in San Diego’s North County, Edustone CES specializes in corporate education, performance, and funding services for organizations in Southern California. The firm began business in 2006, connecting government-funding programs with organizations to train frontline workers to stay competitive in today’s global economy. In December, 2006, Edustone CES funding solutions included Corporate Tuition Reimbursement benefits for technical training engagements. Edustone CES is partnering with OCS and TTR to inform and empower local companies for San Diego’s expanding high-tech economy.