The mission of the Linux & VM Program of SHARE is to:
- foster a sense of community among the Linux and VM users
- teach and share information about existing Linux and VM technologies
- influence the directions of future Linux and VM technologies and assist IBM in validating its proposed directions for Linux and VM
- help Linux and VM customers exploit Linux and VM technologies
- promote the use and growth of Linux and VM in user environments to support the business of the users
The Linux & VM Program implements this mission by offering an intensive technical program of sessions that provide practical education and training to users of Linux and VM at all levels of experience. This program includes:
- focused tracks of sessions leading to specialization certificates
- tutorials for new users of Linux, z/Linux and z/VM
- tutorials on new technologies
- intensive hands-on lab sessions
- impromptu problem solving sessions ("free-for-all" or "user exchange" sessions)
- sponsoring discussions between VM developers and users in formal and informal settings including one-on-one meeting
- soliciting requirements from SHARE members and shepherding them through IBM and other vendors
In addition to the education side of the program, the Linux & VM Program also provides an opportunity to provide direct, development feedback and influence to IBM via our Technical Steering Committee.
Projects and Committees in the Linux & VM Program
Linux & VM Program Staff
- Mark Post
Technology Specialist
Americas Linux Impact Team
Novell, Inc.
Linux Project Manager
- Bill Munson (BBH)
Brown Brothers & Harriman
Assistant Scheduler
william.munson@bbh.com
IBM representatives:
- Alan Altmark (IBM)
IBM Representative
alan_altmark@us.ibm.com
607-429-3323
- Jim Elliott (IBM)
IBM Representative
JElliott@CA.IBM.Com
905-316-5813
- Richard Lewis (IBM)
IBM Representative
rflewis@us.ibm.com
301-240-2673
Volunteers
Like many SHARE entities, the LVM Program is always looking for volunteers to help out. Whether you chair a session, do some administrative work, or accept a staff position and get involved with managing part of the SHARE organization, your participation is what makes this user group effective. As a way to develop, both personally and professionally, few experiences are more rewarding. The LVM Program staff can work with you to match your interests with current needs. If you are curious about how you can help, please discuss it further with any LVM Program staff member.
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