Submitted by Kelsey Kusterer Ziser, the Editor of Upskill U at Light Reading
Open source software plays a key role in developing an efficient and agile virtualized network architecture at a reduced cost. Interest from operators in building their own open source services is on the rise, but this shift means service providers must re-think traditional standards processes and software development cycles.
Beginning August 10, Light Reading and Cisco are launching an Open Source series at Upskill U, a free online university delivering must-have education on themes relating to the overall business transformation taking place in the communications industry. In this four-part learning module, speakers from OpenDaylight, Telstra, Heavy Reading and LinkedIn will address the challenges and opportunities service providers face as they seek to successfully implement open source software as the network moves more toward virtualization. This series starts with the fundamentals of open source, and subsequent courses will cover how open source supports NFV, shapes data center operations and cloud services and influences the white box transformation.
Secure your seat at Upskill U for these exciting lectures in the Open Source series:
During each 45-minute course at Upskill U, listeners have the opportunity to discuss course material with industry peers and ask expert presenters key questions. All courses are archived, so listeners can revisit lessons anytime. Don't get left in the dark during this sea change -register today for the upcoming Open Source series at http://www.lightreading.com/upskillu. I'll see you on the chat boards!