Cybling Systems

Cybling Systems (Cyblings) was registered as a sole proprietorship in July 1995 by Krishna Bera to offer computer consulting services to clients in Ottawa, Canada. The company provides software development, website creation, hardware maintenance/upgrades and research support services. Cyblings has formed partnerships with various complementary businesses in order to meet a broader range of needs.

In spring 1999, i made a strategic decision that all software and documentation it develops would be free (non-proprietary) software. I believe this will reduce my costs in the short term, and reduce the cost of software to society in the long run. Further, adopting and promoting the use of free software ensures the building blocks, ideas, algorithms and source code, with which smaller developers like us earn a living, continue to be accessible and available.

In order to do this all the office software was switched to GNU/Linux i have been encouraging my clients to switch to non-proprietary operating systems and applications software wherever it is reasonable.

Current Projects:

Web petition for COAT

Customize petition script, setup hosting and handle support requests.

Setup, diagnosis and repair of PCs on contract

Introduces a local retail presence for Linux installation and support.

Back-End content management system

Development and support.

Technical support and web maintenance for several small businesses and NGOs.

Email viruses seem to be popular these days. Please Do not forward virus alerts by email!.

Past projects:

Support for The New Octopus Bookstore online

Customization and support of e-commerce software for a local bookstore. Added authors module. Setup secure server.

Group Calendar development

Many small organizations are now ready to try more sophisticated office integration technologies. Group scheduling is one of these, so we are investigating what free software is available and what may need to be developed. This project is on hold, but links to resources will be maintained from time to time.

Rabble.CA

Installation and Configuration of content management system - APC Action Applications.

Database scripting for CHASEO.

See Krishna's resume for others.

Strategic Partners

Cybling Systems maintains a network of contacts with trusted consultants, who may be called upon to form a working team when tasks require a greater range or depth of capabilities. Some of these include:

OpenConcept Consulting

OpenConcept strives to provide everything you need to build an effective web site. The team at OpenConcept emphasizes the importance of developing a positive relationship with our clients and community. OpenConcept strives to work in an Open Source environment.

ATTENTION! Seekers Graphic Design

Website and print graphics and layout designed for accessibility and speed, customised to deliver your desired mood (e.g. friendliness).

Flora.Ca Consulting

Full range of Internet virtual hosting services, mailing list management, community software development and internet advocacy/political support services.

Rates and conditions:

On-site and on-call work in your offices by arrangement. Rates quoted here are starting points for negotiation, though taxes and material costs are usually extra. Progressive nonprofits and charities will receive favourable discounts, as will longer term projects. Prices are in Canadian Dollars. (Note: The same rates apply for members of Ottawa LETS barter currency.)

Item	Sample Rate
PC and small office network installation / troubleshooting / technical support	$45/hour + parts.
Tutorial and Small Group Training	$70/hour
Website setup / maintenance	$40/hour
Website scripting / server administration	$70/hour
Free software development (GPL)	$420/day
Proprietary software development	N/A

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