Re: Learning Python

2019-12-16 Thread Crawford Rainwater
While I admit, I use to go for hardback books, and then even ebook, most seem to become dated with respects to IT topics rather quickly. So I looked into online learning platforms, and have been using LinuxAcademy for several years now. They do include Python development oriented topics, but als

(Semi-OT) FS: Sapphire R9 280X Vapor-X GPUs

2014-01-24 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Folks: Linux ETC has x12 (currently) Sapphire R9 280X Vapor-X GPU's for sale at $429.95 (yes, we can match/beat NewEgg here) each via our e-store web site at https://portal.linux-etc.com/cart.php?a=add&pid=48 (this will actually add x1 to the cart directly). Great for gaming as well as crypto

Promo code ending soon (was: Who wants to learn some Linux?)

2013-09-20 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Just a friendly reminder that there is only 10 days left (yes, 30 September end date) to be able to use the discount code for Linux ETC's training classes of "LUG092013" for $100 off any of Linux ETC's training courses. There are spots still available, though first come, first serve of course (

Re: Who wants to learn some Linux?

2013-09-04 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Lisa: Thanks for the compliment! --- Crawford PS: I neglected to mention earlier that I receive the PLUG posts in Digest format. Pardon any delays in responding in advance. - Original Message - > Date: Wed, 4 Sep 2013 07:18:47 -0700 > From: Lisa Kachold > Subject: Re: Who wants to lea

Re: Who wants to learn some Linux?

2013-09-04 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Michael: While I admit I would love to be independently wealthy and teach Linux to the masses for free (as in "free beer"), unfortunately the reality is that I do make a living here doing such via Linux ETC. This is also part of Linux ETC's (ETC = "Education & Technical Consulting" for referen

Who wants to learn some Linux?

2013-09-04 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Linux ETC is now having open enrollment for our upcoming Linux training classes ranging from "end users" to "mid-level systems administration". We are starting a new way of training which is self paced with mentoring. We are still offering our online classes as well, though focusing on "beginn

(Linux ETC: J Hayes) Re: [PLUG](offlist) Need database developers to respond to RFP

2013-05-16 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Jason: Do you have a more formal document for the RFP at this time? Any preference to the database to be used (e.g., MySQL, Postgres, MariaDB) as well as the web UI front end (PHP, Ruby)? Thanks in advance. Best regards, Crawford Rainwater CEO and President The Linux ETC Company 10121

Re: PLUG-discuss Digest, Vol 90, Issue 21

2012-12-20 Thread Crawford Rainwater
Eric and company: Ironically enough, Linux ETC received a request to install and configure this back in 2004 IIRC from a guy near Boston on some specific HP laptop (yet to be purchased) at the time (had to have "certain internal wiring" media like copper or aluminum to function). Quite an inte