Open source software for healthcare

This class is for NIH staff members who want to learn how about open source software and its use in healthcare. The teaching will include a discussion of the principles of open source software and usage habits that are appropriate for biomedical researchers. Teaching will be based on the book "Free Software for Busy People", which is on sale at the NIH FAES bookstore.

Objectives

Topics will include

• Open source software
• OpenOffice.org office software
• Firefox web browser software
• Thunderbird email software
• Electronic medical records software
• Finding software to suit your needs

Who should attend

Any NIH staff members. Any member of the public with an interest in open source software or medical software.

Administrative details

• Time Required: 4 hours
• Date: November 2 - 3
• Time: 10:00 - 12:00
• Location: Building 12A, Room B51