Getting Started with Open Source

  • Course Code: GEN13031
  • Brief Description: This course collects resources and activities to facilitate those involved in open source risk modelling projects.
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This course is now rebuilt. The first updated module focuses on Linux. It would be suitable if you are reasonably technical and comfortable with computers but have not really been into Linux much. You hear alot of good things about open source ecosystems based on Linux and how they can empower your work but your are not quite sure where and how to start. Maybe you are more into research and academic work and want to get closer to the “bare metal” on which to develop and productionize your models and algorithms. Maybe you are already comfortable with Windows systems but you would like to explore containers and cloud computing.

The module sections are as follows: