I am proficient in both modern cloud-native and classical devops methodologies, with hands-on experience in designing and managing scalable infrastructure solutions covering every step of the devops cycle including ci/cd, testing, security and observability.

I've worked with everything from stalwarts like Ansible to upstarts like Talos and everything in between. I can set up a modern Kubernetes cluster with all the bells and whistles like GitOps, service-mesh, and so on, while also being able to dig down and troubleshoot os-level issues like iptables or incompatible libraries.

I bring in-depth experience of linux server administration, covering installation, configuration, optimization, hardening, and maintenance of a high-performing system.

I have experience setting up an managing all kinds of services including DNS servers, email servers, database hosts, kvm hosts, and so on. In fact, I manage my own DNS, email, calendars, and more.

My lack of frontend design charm is balanced by my experience in writing and maintaining backend programs. I have created multiple backend services and cli tools for various production-grade use cases. My preferred language of coding used to be Python. And I can pick up new languages and frameworks in a pinch.

I'm always looking out for any repetitive tasks to convert into a simple script or button press. Some of my shortcut scripts have actually grown into actively maintained full-fledged programs covering some repetitive needs.

My tools of the trade for automation and glue-coding includes, but is not limited to, Python, shell-scripts, Lua, Ansible, as well as specialized workflow tools like Zapier, n8n, inotify etc.

As a strong proponent of selfhosting and privacy, I main a suite of my own private services including hosting, email server, authoritative DNS, VPN, LLM services and more. I enjoy the challenge of keeping these services up and running securely.

For a long time, I have also helped maintain multiple local linux- and opensource-related tech communities as a proponent of the values of open-source and digital safety, and have organized and spoken at some events and meetups.

I am a huge mid-level nerd, which might be apparent from the design of this page. My field of work is complementary to my passion. I love to tinker with technology, and I'm always looking for interesting stuff to learn, and for new ways to improve my skills.