EST 2014

ProLUG started as an in-person meetup envisioned by Het Tanis "Scott Champine" to create a relaxed, informal space where Linux professionals could collaborate and learn from each other.

2019

ProLUG expanded into an online community to reach a broader, global audience, enabling members worldwide to join discussions and share ideas on Discord.

2020

Het began creating interactive labs on Killercoda to help others get hands-on experience with Linux, Ansible, Kubernetes, and more.

2024

The first certification course, Enterprise Linux Administration, was introduced and the first cohort of participants graduated in January 2025.

2025

3,500+ members

70+ interactive labs and counting

Second course, Linux Security Engineering, introduced

Third course, Linux Automation, introduced

2024

The first certification course, Enterprise Linux Administration, was introduced and the first cohort of participants graduated in January 2025.

2026

5,000+ members

70+ interactive labs and counting

Third course, Linux Automation, introduced