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Registration is Launched!

Registration for SFD 2013 starts from 23rd September(Monday), it is your chance to go out and tell the world how Software Freedom is IMPORTANT!

It's easy to register, you just need to Register here.

  • There will be a Registration desk at UIET canteen
  • Registration fee will be Rs. 50/- for each day
  • Limited seats(only 150), first come first serve bases
  • So hurry and be fast to get yourself registered

Details about Registration Process!

What is SFD?

2013 Software Freedom Day is approaching, let's tell people about it!

Software Freedom Day (aka SFD) is a yearly event organised all around the world by open source enthusiasts. The idea of SFD is for everyone without a vested interest in proprietary software to unite and educate the world about the ideals of Software Freedom and the practical benefits of Free Software. August 28th, 2004, was the first ever Software Freedom Day. And since then it is organised every year around the globe with ever increasing participants.

More details!

 

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  • 1. Prerequisites for SFD
  • 2. Why should I come to SFD

1. Prerequisites for SFD

This year SFD will contain an introductory session on Day 1 and hands-on workshops on Day 2

  • DAY 1

    • This will be an introductory session to open source developement. You'll learn about different linux based distros and some minute awesome details about them that the speakers have learned after years of usage, that they wish they knew before they started. Their is nothing that you need to know.

    It's FUN, Be a part of this extra-ordinary event. Come join us in SFD!

  • DAY 2

    • The focus of SFD this year is to educate as many people as possible and get more open-source developers from our college. On Day 2 we'll hold hands-on workshop where participants will be taught about various tools used in software developement. You will also get a chance to meet alumni of our college, who'll share their experience of software developement. See the list below for detailed list of talks.

Detailed list of Topics & Talks

2. Why should I come to SFD

“The more I read, the more I acquire, the more certain I am that I know nothing.” ― Voltaire
Because it's never too late to learn.

And more reasons:

  • Learn new techniques of software development.
  • Understand how computer developers work.
  • Learn about tools that companies use for big software projects.
  • Understand how and why is linux easy & better for a software developer.
  • Get a cutting edge over others
  • Learn more about your job perspective after B.Tech
  • Meet successful alumni of our college who made it to the biggest IT companies.
  • Feel the awesomeness of open source world.

Registration Details

How did SFD begin?

Software Freedom Day (SFD) was initiated by a group of FOSS believers, Matt Oquist, Henrik Omma and Phil Harper with the idea of distributing The OpenCD to everyone.

The idea of SFD is for everyone without a vested interest in proprietary software to unite and educate the world about the ideals of Software Freedom and the practical benefits of Free Software. August 28th, 2004, was the first ever Software Freedom Day.

Learn More

IRC Channel:#pulugchd@freenode

You want to share your ideas or experiences with other SFD teams? Welcome to join our Web IRC Chat and mailing lists here !

What is PULUG?

PULUG stands for Panjab University Linux User's Group, a group founded by former CSE and IT students from University Institute of Engineering and Technology. It is a private, non-profit organization of PANJAB UNIVERSITY that provides support and education for Linux users, particularly for inexperienced linux users of Panjab University.

Anyone who is interested in FOSS(free open source software ) are welcomed here to learn ,code ,collaborate and design.

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Panjab University Linux User Group (Aka PULUG), a group founded by CSE and IT students from University Institute of Engineering and Technology. We like to code, design, develop, modify open source to get more productivity and increase efficiency. And the most important thing, we enjoy doing this!