Linux Foundation Certified Sysadmin Study Group

LFCS Study Group - Expert-Led Linux Certification Prep

Join our hands-on LFCS study group if you learn best by doing! This isn't just listening to lectures – you'll actively practice, discuss, and "mob sysadmin" with fellow students. After each demonstration, you'll work in pairs or mobs to reinforce your learning through collaborative problem-solving.

Schedule & Format

Our first official meeting kicks off July 27th, then continues every Sunday for 16 weeks (32 total hours). We're hosting informal, free study sessions every Sunday until the official start for early participants. Expert instructor David L. Willson will lead the group – please thank our volunteer for donating his time to Software Freedom School's mission of spreading free software knowledge.

Investment & Accessibility

The suggested contribution is 256 USD to support SFS. We want these sessions accessible to everyone, so please email pwyc@sofree.us if cost is a barrier.

Important: This Study Group is only for those planning to attain the LFCS cred. Participants must have their LFCS exam voucher within the first three official sessions.

Study Commitment

Plan to spend double your class time practicing outside of sessions – it's the most effective way to succeed. Partner with classmates for additional practice between meetings. We'll celebrate completion with a victory dinner at Walter's 303, Anthony's, or your favorite pizza spot!

Prerequisites

• Significant Linux system administration experience (hundreds of hours preferred)
• SSH client
• Robust computer (Linux preferred)

Meeting Details

• Format: Live online via Jitsi
• Time: Sundays 4:00-6:00 PM
• Instructor available: Full 2-hour window for questions and support

Payment Options

• Pay What We Ask: 256 USD via https://paypal.me/sfs303/256 (include "LFCS Study Group" in comments)
• Pay What You Choose: pwyc@sofree.us
• Timing: Payment due anytime during or after the series completion

Rally Track
"Zelda's Lullaby (Lo-fi Remix)" – a focused, learning-conducive track to set the tone for each session.