Open Source Software Training, Events and Webinars
At Source Code Control, we provide training to help organisations who develop and distribute software, or companies receiving software through a supply chain, implement a governance program in line with industry standards such as ISO 5230 OpenChain Standard . Aimed at anyone concerned with and involved in developing software solutions , every effort has been made to ensure the concepts presented are accessible and relevant for all participants. regulations and open source risks.
Empower Your Team with Expert Training in Open Source Security & License Compliance, ISO/IEC 5230:2020 & EU Cyber Resilience Act. Thorough, self-paced and bespoke modules designed to help developers, legal, and compliance teams navigate today’s regulations and open source risks.
Who Should go Through the Training?
Software supply chain training is crucial for ensuring regulatory adherence.
Course Details
Get It Right With Open Source Software Training Courses
The half-a-day ‘Get It Right’ training program will leave the participants with a thorough understanding of the risks and pitfalls of Open Source Software, the current best practice and the start of a plan for your organisation. The course is based on the official training curriculum of ISO 5230 OpenChain Standard.
It is composed of 7 modules:
- Getting it wrong with Open Source Software
- What is intellectual Property?
- Introduction to Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) Licenses
- Free Open Source Software Compliance
- Getting it right with Open Source Software
- Compliance management
- Case Studies
Customised training packages for Open Source Software available
Audience: For anyone concerned with or involved in Software Management, from Developers to Legal Executives
Location: UK wide – London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds and Edinburgh, on-line
Course Price: Please contact us for details (Group Discount Available)
If you would like more information, wish to attend but are unable to make any of the dates, or want to arrange company site presentations, email training@sourcecodecontrol.co or fill out the on-page form.
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Contact usOn Demand Self-Paced Training and Certification
For companies or individuals who would prefer to learn at their own pace we have launched the Source Code Control Learning Management Platform
Our popular “Get it Right With Open Source Software” Course is now available as a self-paced course with certification. This course provides participants with the relevant knowledge and training to effectively manage the risks associated with the use of open source software across their organisation and their supply chain.
Pre-requisite knowledge is not required.
On completion of the course users can take a final exam to receive a certificate of completion. To register for the course follow link…
Recently added to the training catalogue is Getting it Right With Open Source Program Offices. With organisations now increasingly dependent on the use of open source software, in order to maximise the benefits and minimise risks there is a need for a dedicated team within an organization that manages its open-source initiatives. These offices are becoming increasingly common as more companies engage with open-source software. OSPOs typically handle tasks such as managing open-source contributions, ensuring compliance with open-source licenses, establishing open-source policies, and fostering collaboration with external open-source communities. They play a crucial role in helping organizations effectively participate in and benefit from the open-source ecosystem while also ensuring legal and ethical compliance.
Need Something Tailored to Your Stack or Processes?
We have successfully delivered training and awareness sessions for organisations across industries, focusing on key areas of Open Source Software (OSS) governance. Our training covers:
· Deployment and integration of leading Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools
· Best practices for continuous compliance across DevSecOps pipelines
· Awareness on open source license types, obligations, and risks
· Strategies for identifying and remediating license violations and security vulnerabilities
Our sessions are designed to be practical and role-specific—empowering developers, security teams, and legal stakeholders with the knowledge and tools they need to manage open source confidently and compliantly.