O’Reilly for Public Libraries

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is pleased to announce the addition of O’Reilly for Public Libraries to our customers. O’Reilly for Public Libraries provides unlimited access to 50K+ titles (including O’Reilly books in early release), 30K+ hours of video, case studies from top companies, learning paths, expert playlists, and more—with nearly 1,000 topics to explore in technology and business. O’Reilly provides a range of content formats tailored to all levels so you can learn in the way that works best for you. O’Reilly merges technology and business learning into one resource, great for students, job seekers, techies and anyone wanting to improve their skills at their own pace. 

There are so many features available in O’Reilly for Public Libraries. Expert Playlists are handpicked content on various topics from industry leaders. Learning Paths are expert instructor led modules designed to guide you through a topic. “Explore O’Reilly Answers” will suggest content in books, videos, and more to further explore your topic. Click on one of the provided questions or ask your own. 

Looking for the digital versions of O’Reilly books on topics such as python, software architecture, and terraform? Click “Explore” on the toolbar tab. Here you can find the most popular titles and early releases! Of course, the search bar at the top will also guide you to books, videos, learning paths and more.

Tips to get the best experience from O’Reilly for Public Libraries:

• O’Reilly E-books are always available for streaming on your computer or mobile device with an internet connection.
• Screenshot or record where you leave off when using O’Reilly for Public Libraries. The resource doesn’t allow for personal accounts so it will not save your work or place in a book.

O’Reilly for Public Libraries can be found on the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Resources page. Access all the Library’s resources for free with your library card. Don’t have one? Sign up here! If you need more help with the resources covered in this blog, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library staff are available to help by email, chat and phone. 

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 This blog was written by Amy Richard, library collections manager at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.