The Linux Sentinel (June 24)

Colleagues, our goal is to provide Linux developers and administrators with up-to-date and actionable information to advance your career and income growth.

Product Launches & Innovations

• IPFire 2.29 Core Update 195 Firewall with Native WireGuard Support

• Kali Linux 2025.2 Release with Revamped Menu and New Tools

• KDE Plasma 6.4 Desktop Environment Official Release

• Linux Foundation's Agent2Agent (A2A) Protocol Project

AI & Java

• AI-Driven Development and MLOps on Linux

• AI-Powered Linux System Management and Security

• Open Protocols for AI Agent Interoperability on Linux infrastructure

• Open-Source AI Systems and Models for Linux Environments

Events

• KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Japan (June 2025 - Tokyo, Japan)

• Linux Security Summit North America (June 26-27, 2025 - Denver, CO USA)

• Open Source in Finance Forum London (June 24, 2025 - London, England)

• PlatformCon (June 23-27, 2025 - NYC)

• Red Hat Summit: Connect (June 17, 2025 - Dec 15, 2025 - Online)

Career Development - Boost Your Earnings by 5%-10%

• Linux Command Line Basics

• Linux for LFCA Certification Specialization

• Linux for Network Engineers: Practical Linux with GNS3

• Linux Fundamentals for Windows Users

• Linux Mastery: Master the Linux Command Line 

• Linux Networking - Basics and Beyond

• Open Source Software Development: Linux for Developers

• Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization

• Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

Enroll today (teams & execs are welcome).

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The Java Sentinel (June 23)

Colleagues, our goal is to provide Java developers with up-to-day and actionable information to advance your career and income growth.

Product Launches & Innovations

• Cloud-Native Java on Azure (Microsoft's June 2025 Update)

• JDK 25 in Rampdown Phase One 

• JEP 519: Compact Object Headers

• JEP 515: Ahead-of-Time Method Profiling

• Jakarta EE 11 GA Release:

• Oracle and NVIDIA AI Enterprise on OCI with Blackwell GPUs

AI & Java

• AI 4 Java

• AI Java Code Generators

• Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers Specialization

Events

• Devoxx Poland  (June 11-13, 2025, Krakow)

• Jakarta Tech Talk Webinars (The Eclipse Foundation)

• JSail Unconference (June 23-27, 2025, The Netherlands)

Career Development - Boost Your Income by 5%-10%

• Become a Java Programmer

• Fundamentals of Java EE Development

• Java Masterclass

• Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals 

• Java SE 21 Developer (1Z0-830)

• IBM Java Developer Professional Certificate

• Object Oriented Programming in Java

• Professional Certificate in Java Programming 

Enroll today (teams & execs are welcome).

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Linux Developers & Administors - 10 Best Practices, Portals and Career Development

Colleagues, this post will help you accelerate your career and income potential in the Linux - Open Source domain. Whether you are new to Linux or or looking to advance your existing Open Source career path this post has valuable information for you.

Best Practices

1. Master Core Linux Fundamentals: Deepen expertise in the command line, file systems, networking, and security.

2. Automate Everything: Learn scripting (Bash, Python) and configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) for efficiency.

3. Embrace Cloud & Containers: Gain proficiency in Docker, Kubernetes, and major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), as much infrastructure runs on Linux in the cloud.

4. Specialize (e.g., DevOps, Security, Kernel): Choose a niche like DevOps, cybersecurity, or even Linux kernel development (kernel.org) for advanced roles.

5. Get Certified: Pursue industry-recognized certifications (Linux Foundation, Red Hat, LPI) to validate skills.

6. Contribute to Open Source: Participate in projects on GitHub or the Linux kernel, enhancing coding and collaboration skills (linux.org, kernel.org).

7. Stay Current with Trends: Regularly read industry news (Technology Review, Linux Today) and engage in communities (Reddit's r/linux).

8. Develop Troubleshooting Skills: Sharpen problem-solving abilities for complex system issues.

9. Network Actively: Connect with peers and mentors via online communities and professional platforms.

10. Build a Personal Lab: Experiment constantly with new technologies and configurations in a home lab environment.

Resource Portals

• Linux.com 

• Linux.org 

• Linux Foundation 

• Linux Kernel Archives 

• Linux Reddit 

• Linux Today 

• Red Hat Developer 

Specializations, Master Classes and Certifications

• Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job

• Linux Command Line Basics

• Linux Fundamentals for Windows Users

• Linux Mastery: Master the Linux Command Line 

• Open Source Software Development: Linux for Developers

• Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialization

• Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

Enroll today (teams & executives are welcome).  

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Project Manager Careers - Interviews, Project Portfolios & Certifications (Your competitive edge)

Colleagues, are you seeking to land the next job in your Project Manager career journey … either within your current company or with a new employer? All hiring managers need to answer three fundamental questions in the interview process before making a job offer.

Interview Questions

1. Skills: Can you do the job?

2. Motivation: Will you do the job?

3. Fit: Will you be a team player and fit into the company culture?

Professional Portfolio

Creating a high qualityProject Manager professional portfolio combined with having industry-leading certifications - along with relevant work experience - will put you at the top of the candidate pool when answering the “Skills” question.

What is a Project Portfolio? 

1. A project portfolio is a collection of projects, programs, and operations managed collectively to achieve strategic objectives. 

2. It demonstrates your diverse skills, experience, and proven ability to deliver results, showcasing your value and strategic impact to potential employers or for internal advancement.

What Makes a Project Portfolio Valuable?

1. Strategic Alignment: Connecting projects to organizational goals.

2. Resource Management: Efficient allocation of people and assets.

3. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential threats.

4. Performance Monitoring: Tracking progress and outcomes.

5. Stakeholder Communication: Keeping all parties informed and engaged.

What are the best portals to host your project portfolio?

1. GitHub

2. LinkedIn

3. Behance

4. Dribbble

5. Kaggle

6. Hugging Face

7. Personal Website (WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, Webflow - Offers maximum customization & a professional brand presence)

Industry-Leading Certifications & Training

• Agile Development and Scrum

• Applied Project Manager Specialization 

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)  Exam Prep

• Engineering Project Management Specialization

• Foundations of Project Management

• Google Project Management: Professional Certificate

• Microsoft Project Management Professional Certificate

• PMP Certification Exam Prep Course

• Project Manager: Foundations using R Specialization

• Project Manager Fundamentals with Python and SQL Specialization

• Project Manager Specialization

• IBM Project Manager Professional Certificate

• Understanding Project Manager 

Enroll today (teams & executives are welcome).  

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