Open Source Software Development Resources for College & Adult

Explore 14 curated open source software development learning resources designed for College & Adult students. Browse curricula, apps, videos, worksheets, and more to find the perfect fit for your learner.

Inclusive Open Source Community Orientation (LFC102)

Created in collaboration with the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), this free orientation course is designed to provide you with essential background knowledge and practical skills to create an inclusive culture in the open source community.

A Beginner’s Guide to Open Source Software Development (LFD102)

This free course introduces developers to the key concepts in developing open source software. It covers the who (successful projects and communities), what (definition), why (benefits), where (Git) and how (licensing, compliance, collaboration tips, managing diversity and continuous development & integration).

Fundamentals of Professional Open Source Management (LFC110)

Get a multidisciplinary overview of best practices in open source software management in this free course.

Inclusive Strategies for Open Source (LFC103)

Learn effective strategies for creating inclusive open source communities and code bases in this free course.

Open Source and the 5G Transition (LFS111x)

Open source software and standards are driving the transition to 5G, AI and IoT. Learn what open source technologies matter most and why in this free training course.

Antitrust Laws and Open Source Software Project Management and Participation (LFC105)

Open source projects typically bring together employees of multiple companies, many of whom are likely to be competitors. While the result is intended to be a public good, the setting also provides the opportunity for the inadvertent (or deliberate) violation of laws relating to antitrust and competition laws. Since penalties for both individuals and their employers can be severe, it’s important that all those involved in OSS development have an understanding of the rules that apply.

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Implementing Open Source License Compliance Management (LFC194)

In this follow-on course to Introduction to Open Source License Compliance Management (LFC193), we discuss how an open source compliance management system should be structured and implemented to be most effective.

オープンソース管理と戦略

This 7-module Japanese course series builds on the accumulated wisdom of many previous training modules on open source best practices, while adding fresh and updated content to explain all of the critical elements of working effectively with open source in your enterprise. The courses are designed to be self-paced, and reasonably high-level, but with enough detail to get new open source practitioners up and running quickly.

Ethics for Open Source Development (LFC104)

Learn how to operationalize ethics as a tool for efficient and effective decision-making when developing and using open source technology as you explore critical thinking techniques and proven mental frameworks.

Open Source Management & Strategy

This 7-module course series builds on the accumulated wisdom of many previous training modules on open source best practices, while adding fresh and updated content to explain all of the critical elements of working effectively with open source in your enterprise. The courses are designed to be self-paced, and reasonably high-level, but with enough detail to get new open source practitioners up and running quickly.

Introduction to Open Source Development, Git, and Linux (LFD201)

Learn how to develop open source software. This course focuses on open source software, an introduction to Linux systems and the use of Git, the revision control system.

Open Source Software Development: Linux for Developers (LFD107x)

Start your open source software (OSS) adventure today by learning the key concepts of developing open source software and how to work productively in a Linux environment.

Introduction to Linux, Open Source Development, and GIT (LFD301)

Linux is exploding, and the demand for Linux developers has never been stronger. This course will introduce you to the world of Linux development and give you the background and training you need to start working with Linux. If you’ve been thinking about getting into Linux development, this is the best place to start!

Fundamentals of Open Source IT and Cloud Computing (LFS200)

The intent of this course is to take you on a journey from little or no knowledge of IT topics to the knowledge needed to demonstrate Linux and cloud environment proficiencies. The course begins with a foundational understanding of computer hardware, software, and operating systems, and walks you through concepts related to system administration, networking, troubleshooting, the Internet, cloud, security, DevOps, project management, and open source software and licensing. The course, along with real-world experience and study, will provide the skills and knowledge also tested by the Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA) exam.