A Byte of Lunch and a Glimpse of the Web of the Future

Today (20 August 2008) Opera Software kicks off its worldwide tour of universities with its visit to the University of Cape Town as part of the new Opera Education program. This aims to work closely with schools and universities to enhance learning about the Web.

"We hope this initiative will contribute to student understanding of the Web and the browser industry," said Jon von Tetzchner, CEO of Opera Software. "The seminars will generate discussion on important topics currently facing the future and challenges of the Web, among the next generation of industry leaders."

Opera Education also includes a complete online course in best-practice Web design, a student representatives program, and internship opportunities.
South Africa is the first country to host a series of university seminars by Opera Software for the next two weeks. University tours will also be held in Russia, Indonesia, Germany, the United States, India, Brazil, Japan, Poland, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, France, China, and Ukraine.
Opera Software aims to hold 10 university seminars in each country between now and April 2009. The seminars will explore topics such as the history and future of the Web, the browser industry, open Web standards, Web applications and the increasing role of mobile Web browsing in developing countries.

The seminars will provide an opportunity to share deep industry insight about the Web from one of the most provocative companies shaping it. Students can gain new perspectives on technology trends, and network with people leading the IT industry.

Today’s seminar in 2C of the Leslie Social Science building starts at 13h00 and ends at 14h00. It will include a light snack and a free gift for attendees.

About Opera Software ASA

Opera Software ASA has redefined Web browsing for PCs, mobile phones and other networked devices. Opera's cross-platform Web browser technology is renowned for its performance, standards compliance and small size, while giving users a faster, safer and more dynamic online experience. Opera Software is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices around the world. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com/.

Posted 20/08/2008 by Carolyn McGibbon