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@Ambarishrh said:

I have a blog http://www.ambarishrh.com/ was on hostgator for many years and recently moved to ASO. Eventhough i have this site since 2008, there is not much content on that as much as i wanted to write! Last blog was a video tutorial just thinking that it would be easier than writing, but again on pause now. Need to start writing again!

Yeah, I think this is a recurring theme with a lot of us that work in the field with similar aspirations in regards to writing. There needs to be more than 24 hours in the day... So much to do, so little time to do it.

I think I've been able to put the pieces together via some debian documentation and other tutorials I've found involving reprepro. I guess it really isn't going to be private after the initial package build and testing. I don't necessarily want to advertise it publicly. They are eventually looking at opening it up to a single client to ease the installation of software and subsequent releases.

If I understand things correctly I'll just build the local repository and provide authentication to it via configuration of nginx, apache, ssh, etc... (whichever medium they choose to provide access).

@RojoLoco said in Drobo or Dobro:

@scottalanmiller said in Drobo or Dobro:

This is just way too similar. All the same letters, only one letter out of place, same font...

That's not a dobro....

... ^^^ that's a Dobro...

This is exactly what I thought when I read the thread title.

Wow, this is kind of right along the lines of what I've been researching on remote extensions...

@scottalanmiller With my luck they will probably want both just so they can funnel me all of the subsequent client support calls with complaints about their credentials not working when they are trying to install our software from home or the local coffee shop.

@scottalanmiller But how is the coffee and beer?

@coliver said in Drobo or Dobro:

@RamblingBiped said in Drobo or Dobro:

@RojoLoco said in Drobo or Dobro:

@scottalanmiller said in Drobo or Dobro:

This is just way too similar. All the same letters, only one letter out of place, same font...

That's not a dobro....

... ^^^ that's a Dobro...

This is exactly what I thought when I read the thread title.

I'm not a musician, can you explain how that is different then a "standard" guitar?

It's shiny-er.

--edit--

Also, I believe they are normally played on their backs with finger picks and resonate a more "steely" sound.

Here lately I've been feeling a tired and uninspired...

It seems like every day gets a little less rewarding. How do you keep a positive outlook when you've got an ever growing and ever changing list of projects that are constantly being shifted around in priority? I generally enjoy learning new things, but it is starting to feel like people are just throwing mini projects into the mix lately just to see if I can actually make whatever it is they are interested in work.

I'm at the point now that my batteries are not getting enough recharge time. I'm doing this stuff all day, studying in the evenings, going in on the weekends to do updates and maintenance while everyone else is out, and not getting any free time to just relax and get work off of the brain. When I am at work I feel like I don't have the ability to focus on the tasks I am trying to accomplish without fairly regular interruptions.

I'm currently working on finishing a Degree with a focus on Software Development. My thoughts are I eventually want take my IT experience and pair it with my education to move into a DevOps role. (or at least future proof my skillset to cater to such a role) I'm getting to the point that "eventually" feels like it might need to come much sooner, maybe even before I finish my degree.

At this point I'm not sure I want to stick with Systems Administration for the long term. I feel like all of my efforts constantly go toward facilitating someone else's creativity. I provide and maintain the tools that they use to create solutions to problems. I'd really like to start contributing more on the creative side of things, but realistically I don't have the time in my current role. I have been active in, and an integral part of several recent projects, but I don't have the time to actually get involved or invested in the creative mix.

Lately I've been thinking about looking for an entry-level position working as a developer somewhere. I'm currently a bit hesitant as I'm unsure if my current experience would make for an ideal candidate for any available positions. I have 7 years of progressive experience working in IT (an additional 3 years prior doing IT/Engineering recruiting), the basic CompTIA trifecta of terror (A+, Network+, and Security+), and have a good working knowledge/understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems. I have a decent grasp of scripting with Python and BASH, as well as experience with Java (minimal, but growing with my studies). I've also got experience working with Subversion and GIT.

How tough of a sell would I currently be for an entry-level position? Is it even realistic to pursue an opportunity before my undergraduate's degree is finished? (I do hold an Assoiciates of Science with a focus on CS)

Looking to brighten the light at the end of the tunnel. Any advice is appreciated...

The degree plus 2 years experience is probably the minimum they would consider. The post really just encapsulates all of the technologies that the position will be working with at any given time. Each of our Engineers have a specific area that they have a responsibility for maintaining. The HR department has this as an umbrella post for all of the Senior Engineer positions that they recruit .

We are primarily looking for a Linux Admin that is well versed in Ruby and has exposure to most of the other areas listed in the post. I don't really see that as being too horribly overwhelming. Having experience working with Chef would be helpful too, though picking up that part really isn't all that tough. Realistically, anyone with 4 to 5 years of verifiable Linux admin experience and/or certifications would be a decent candidate for the position; as long as they also have comparable experience with Ruby. Having a degree isn't important if you have comparable experience.

@wirestyle22 said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@RamblingBiped said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@wirestyle22 said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@RamblingBiped said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Counting down the minutes until quitting time and going over packing lists in my head in preparation for Ragnar in Richmond this weekend.

Have fun. You and @MattSpeller are way more active than I am. Then again I'm slowly de-evolving into a chicken mcnugget.

I dunno, I think I just practice a lot of poor judgement. I acquired a micro-tear in my left calf during the first week of March and have been slowly nursing that back to health. I wasn't able to run more than 2 miles until earlier this week. I should be good to do 25k right? Ignoring reason hasn't failed me before. Or at the very least it hasn't killed me yet.

Plus I have a can of Heady Topper waiting for me at camp.

Fully realize the scope of my pudginess. I tried to run the other day. I got to 3 mins 41 seconds until I had to stop. I'm basically dead already.

There's a trick to getting good at running. Run. Then run again. I didn't really make it a habit until I started doing it with a local group. Group runs are so much more enjoyable. I hate running alone. Anything more than 4 miles alone is torture.

Also this free app is pretty nifty: http://www.smashrun.com

And running from zombies while gathering supplies and fortifying your camp is kinda cool too: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixtostart.zombies5k&hl=en

@MattSpeller said:

@RamblingBiped said:

@scottalanmiller said:

@RamblingBiped said:

How tough of a sell would I currently be for an entry-level position? Is it even realistic to pursue an opportunity before my undergraduate's degree is finished? (I do hold an Assoiciates of Science with a focus on CS)

No good manager will care about the degree if you can show aptitude and knowledge. I know 10x developers with no degree who can get any job that they want. You'll probably want to do a portfolio piece in your position, but the degree itself will only hold you back from horrible jobs that you don't want anyway.

This is right along the lines of what I was thinking.

I'm at the point that I think I'm just suffering from lack of creative outlet. The part of my job I have enjoyed most recently has revolved around writing scripts and building tools to automate tasks and provide a solution to a problem. Everything else is starting to feel stagnant and repetitious. I feel like I might thrive in a development position where I could be a member of a team and focus on a few tasks/projects/responsibilities versus organizing and prioritizing ever changing lists of 20 projects.

you sound more like a project manager half the time

Yeah, except the only person I have to delegate any responsibilities to is myself! lol

@Dashrender said in Senior Systems Engineer:

@RamblingBiped

What does does HR do if not put out accurate and reasonable job postings?

I did my stint in IT/Engineering Recruiting many moons ago... I'm now blissfullly ignorant when it comes to the inner workings of human resources.

@coliver said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@RamblingBiped said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@wirestyle22 said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@RamblingBiped said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@wirestyle22 said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

@RamblingBiped said in What Are You Doing Right Now:

Counting down the minutes until quitting time and going over packing lists in my head in preparation for Ragnar in Richmond this weekend.

Have fun. You and @MattSpeller are way more active than I am. Then again I'm slowly de-evolving into a chicken mcnugget.

I dunno, I think I just practice a lot of poor judgement. I acquired a micro-tear in my left calf during the first week of March and have been slowly nursing that back to health. I wasn't able to run more than 2 miles until earlier this week. I should be good to do 25k right? Ignoring reason hasn't failed me before. Or at the very least it hasn't killed me yet.

Plus I have a can of Heady Topper waiting for me at camp.

Fully realize the scope of my pudginess. I tried to run the other day. I got to 3 mins 41 seconds until I had to stop. I'm basically dead already.

There's a trick to getting good at running. Run. Then run again. I didn't really make it a habit until I started doing it with a local group. Group runs are so much more enjoyable. I hate running alone. Anything more than 4 miles alone is torture.

Also this free app is pretty nifty: http://www.smashrun.com

And running from zombies while gathering supplies and fortifying your camp is kinda cool too: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sixtostart.zombies5k&hl=en

I'm going to start the Zombies! Run 5K training next week. Just need to load my phone up with music to use with it. I have access to two tracks that I can run on, indoors and out, so I shouldn't have any excuse.

For the love of Jeff go outside and run, on roads, or in the dirt. Running circles around tracks will suck out your soul. Unless you're soul-less, then by all means whirl yourself endlessly around the upper rings of hell and enjoy your torture.

@scottalanmiller said:

Do you remember if you saw Ohio? It would have either been Ontario + Michigan or it would have been Ohio + Indiana.

If he can't remember that portion of the trip it was probably Ohio and Indiana... X-D

"The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August" -by Claire North

If you like History and/or Sci-Fi/Fantasy, I can't recommend this book enough.

You can't eventually ascend and evolve to your higher form if you don't have a respectable beard. I mean, what the hell!? Do they think greybeards come out of the womb that way?!

It's all about Professional Development.

The title of this thread made me laugh. I feel like it is the equivalent of asking "Any cows in Texas with utters?"

Uh.. Yes?

@MattSpeller said:

@RamblingBiped said:

You can't eventually ascend and evolve to your higher form if you don't have a respectable beard. I mean, what the hell!? Do they think greybeards come out of the womb that way?!

It's all about Professional Development.

I also rock a beard but I need to trim around the edges

Yeah, I've got another month or so on this one before I take it WAY down. I'm letting it go nuts for an upcoming trail relay I'm doing in Richmond with a bunch of other running friends. It's the Ragnar Trail series and we all thought it would be appropriate to sport viking-like beards. Well... All of us but one. We're making him wear a knit beard though.

Working my way through Zed Shaw's "Learn C the Hard Way".

Problem resolved! It was a missing route... Because of the order in which the Linux client establishes the new routes it loses it's ability to communicate with the VPN server once the connection is established. I just had to add a route telling it how to get to the OpenVPN server once the connection was established.

route add -host <vpn-server-ip> gw <gw-as-defined-by-default-route>