La Compte in collaboration with Network for Human and Social Development was successful in training apprentices and helping them achieve the completion certificates (on basis of attendance) for Diploma in Information Technology.
As a part of the Diploma in Information Technology, the students were provided training that was completed for four certificate courses
- Website Design and Development
- Graphic Design
- Office Automation and Database Development
- Foundations of Linux and Principles of Virtualization for System Administration
In the duration whilst they were given technical training, these apprentices were also given practical experience regarding basic computer requirements (how to install operating systems, whether they be Windows or Linux, installing programs in Windows, troubleshooting computer functionality), through to advanced concepts (utilizing graphic design software to develop publishing solutions and animation options, virtualization principles and practice, open source software integration in workflow, Microsoft Access database development). The apprentices were provided technical training on computers free of cost, and further, they were given time for practicing theoretical concepts that were taught during the course of this whole process.
La Compte commends the collaborative spirit which defined this endeavor and ensured mutually aligned successful output indicators. We are grateful to NHSD for their endeavors to assist La Compte.
La Compte is committed to the Philosophy of Free and Open Source Software, and furthermore, is aligned with the Principles of Right to Repair. We hope that with this endeavor we are able to achieve further success in the future. These were successful towards ensuring that the institute would have facilities and resources that are available for all of our apprentices.
As part of our initiative towards integrating IT focused workflows into their lives and also provide them with an opportunity to build their potential for an IT based workflow environment. The trainings are being provided to schools such as Kaus-e-Kazah Welfare Organization Gulrez School of Inclusive Education and are focused on basic computers as well as Microsoft Word and Excel. These trainings will be a stepping stone that allows for the growth of these children in the field.
La Compte has recently taken an initiative towards migrating their computers to Linux distributions whereby these machines are accessible, efficiently maintained, and are providing opportunities for compatible growth to the students and apprentices alike, so that they can build upon the lessons they had learnt from Windows and utilize them with open source software. This is an opportunity to build upon these foundational principles and expand to assist the local communities and grow their potential for the better.
La Compte commends the work that Kaus-e-Kazah Welfare Organization is completing and undertaking for the assistance of their communities especially in utilizing an inclusive education model. We are proud to be included in strength as part of their endeavors.
La Compte in collaboration with Reach to be Heard and Network for Human and Social Development was represented during the opening ceremony for La Compte “Asbar Khan Lodhi IT Technical Training Center” on 3 December 2025 at the new La Compte location.
The event was attended by graduating apprentices, currently enrolled apprentices, members of the general public and representatives of Reach to be Heard, Network for Human and Social Development and La Compte. The chief guest was Madam Salma Khalid, former director at National Rural Support Programme (NRSP)
La Compte computer lab now contains 10 dedicated desktops and 10 dedicated laptops which have been setup and ready with the following courses:
- System Administration
- Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) and CompTIA Linux+ Certification
- Web Designing
- Information and Communication Technology
- Office Automation
- Graphic Designing
- Basic Computer Technology
The lab is composed of 10 Dell Optiplex 790 Small Form Factor Desktop Computers with core i3 machines and DDR3 RAM (Between 4GB and 12GB) including software for technical training in the related fields.
The 10 laptops currently on strength in La Compte are all integrated with Linux via Zorin OS 17.3 and 18, and have virtualization software for running Windows 10.
Through these efforts, La Compte has begun the process for providing sustainable livelihood opportunities to the community as well as ensuring that the long term sustainability of our endeavors bears fruit.
La Compte is committed to Free and Open Source Software and will slowly convert the Desktops towards Linux frameworks with integrated virtualization.
La Compte is proud to announce the successful graduation of our seventh batch of dedicated students.
Eight individuals have completed the rigorous three-month certificate course, equipping them with essential skills for clerical and administrative tasks in both public and private office settings. Throughout the program, these apprentices received comprehensive training in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access. They also honed their technical skills in effective typing, gained a substantial improvement in their core concepts of computer management fundamentals, and delved into the basics of graphic design. We are thrilled to see these students embrace their newfound knowledge and embark on their professional journeys with confidence.
La Compte has openings available for our next batch of graphic designing courses.
La Compte was approached by The Collectors’ Admiralty for providing them with a website that may showcase the work that they have accomplished as well as agreed to contract La Compte for the development, upgrading, maintenance and monitoring of the website. This website was developed in a day and further work is being completed on it per the requirements of the client. La Compte is committed to providing long term care for their clients.
