Overview

Packt is a publisher of technology learning materials. It creates and distributes books, e-books, video tutorials, and articles for software developers, web engineers, and IT professionals, focusing on niche or emerging technologies that larger publishers may overlook. Its products are delivered through print-on-demand and direct digital sales, with formats including PDF, ePub, and Mobi that are DRM-free, and it also runs subscription services for access to a large library. Packt distinguishes itself with an author-friendly model, offering higher royalties and a global catalog of content, and it supports the open-source community through the Open Source Project Royalty program, donating proceeds to open-source projects. The company’s goal is to provide practical IT education and sustainable support for open-source initiatives, helping tech professionals learn new skills and stay current.