• Looking for tips on Java? LabView, or MATLAB?
• Want to learn new features about MS Office applications?
• Need to catch up on web development?

Do you know, as a JPLer, you have access to thousands of electronic books and videos on all aspects related to IT (information technology)?  JPL Library, Professional Development, and the Engineering and Science Directorate offer several resources, allowing all staff to pursue self-paced learning and development.  Here is a quick run-down of the major resources:

• JPL Library ebooks portal: This page leads to a search box and an A-Z list of books from IEEE, EngNetBase, ITNetBase, and Springer Computer Science book collections.  All materials from here can be downloaded then put on any mobile devices for later reading.
• Books 24×7: Through the NASA SATERN training system, search for Books 24×7, and you can access books and short videos on IT topics as well as business management skills.  Books 24×7 also serves as the Lab’s outlet for Microsoft training.  You need to have a NASA Launch Pad user id and password in order to use this resource.
• Training library from lynda.com: Jointly supported by the Engineering and Science Directorate and Professional Development, lynda.com provides videos on programming languages, productivity software, web development applications, and other topics. You need to set up a login and profile with lynda.com in order to watch the videos.  Follow the direction below or call 4HELP to set up your profile.

Contact the JPL Library (email library@jpl.nasa.gov or call 4-4200) if you are interested in a customized list of ebooks or videos.  For access and technical support for Books 24×7, please contact NASA SATERN sy Help at NASA-satern.support@nasa.gov; access questions related to lynda.com, please contact 4HELP.

———–Instruction on setting up lynda.com profile ——-

1. From your computer, while on Lab go to iplogin.lynda.com  (click on “Yes” if  a Security Screen pops up)
2. Click the “Create a Profile” link
3. Fill in the short form.  (Note:  your log-in ID must be your jpl e-mail address)
4. Once you register and create your profile, you will be able to access lynda.com from any computer, anywhere.
5. For technical issues concerning lynda.com, you may submit a web request http://jplit.jpl.nasa.gov/4help or contact JPL Service Desk at 4HELP.