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Rainer Gerhards

b. 1967

German computer scientist, software engineer, and standards author

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About Rainer Gerhards

Born 1967. Rainer Gerhards is a German software engineer, network engineer and computer scientist, known for Rsyslog and Syslog.

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Important facts

Born
11 March 1967, Baesweiler
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Software engineer, network engineer, computer scientist
Nationality
Germany
Known for
Rsyslog, Syslog
Education
FernUniversität in Hagen, Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie, Vocational college on Lindenstraße, Fernuniversität Hagen
Positions held
Member of municipal council, Deputy mayor
Employers
Adiscon GmbH, FernUniversität in Hagen

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Rainer Gerhards?

German computer scientist, software engineer, and standards author

When was Rainer Gerhards born?

Rainer Gerhards was born on 11 March 1967 in Baesweiler.

What is Rainer Gerhards's occupation?

Rainer Gerhards is a software engineer, network engineer and computer scientist.

What is Rainer Gerhards known for?

Rainer Gerhards is known for Rsyslog and Syslog.

What nationality is Rainer Gerhards?

Rainer Gerhards is German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rainer Gerhards

· Wikidata: Q18166149

· DBpedia: Rainer Gerhards

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