How to Switch to Free Software: Part 2. Browsers & More

Dec 5th, 2019 2:00 pm through 4:00 pm

Workshop

70 pesos

Micky Metts

A professional software developer, Micky will focus in this second workshop on browsing, searching, and virtual meeting software. She will show how free software opens up the world of “platform co-ops” – think of Uber under drivers’ control and AirBnB under homeowners’ control. Micky will be assisted by at-the-elbow translator/helpers. Bring your laptop.

Location

Sala Quetzal
La Biblioteca Publica, Rejoj 50A, Centro
San Miguel de Allende, GUA 37700
Mexico

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How to Switch to Free Software: Part 2. Browsers & More