Engineering for the Long Haul: Operating Open Source at Scale

Abstract

Open-source software powers the world’s most innovative enterprises, but keeping it secure, compliant, and reliable over the long haul is where complexity (and unexpected risk) quietly creeps in. This presentation offers a guided tour through the challenges organizations face when working with open-source technologies that often have short lifecycles and require regular upgrades. Think of it as a practical playbook for extending the useful life of open-source software – keeping systems secure, audits calm, and engineers focused on building what’s next, not fighting what’s old. You will learn how TuxCare solutions, from rebootless patching and end-of-life security updates to noise-free vulnerability scanning and enterprise support for community operating systems, help enterprises run open-source software with confidence – even when the calendar, the threat landscape, or upstream support say otherwise.


Speaker

Ari Karkkainen

Sales Consultant @TuxCare

A seasoned sales professional with extensive commercial expertise in enterprise technology and high-stakes client relationships. Passionate about living a full, authentic life, he draws inspiration from meditation, mindfulness, nature, heart-centered connection, lifelong learning, and a relentless curiosity that challenges mainstream narratives. As a speaker, Ari blends his real-world tech experience with insights on conscious leadership, stress management, and the human side of innovation. He inspires audiences to thrive both professionally and personally with open minds and hearts, balancing ambition with inner clarity and resilience.

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Trusted by 1,800+ Organizations to Secure and Support Critical Open-Source Systems, from OSs and Applications to Runtimes and Libraries.

Date

Tuesday Mar 17 / 10:35AM GMT ( 50 minutes )

Location

Westminster (4th Fl.)

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