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OSCON Discount Codes for User Group members
JUG members can save 20% on any OSCON package by using discount code OS13UG when you register. If you can't make it to the entire convention, but still want to stop by and check it out, you can register for a FREE Expo Only pass ($25 value) with code UGEXPO. This Expo Hall Only pass gets you into the Expo Hall, sponsored sessions and tutorials, plus all the evening events and parties. View the packages and prices: http://oreil.ly/150D1po
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