Hi there! Welcome to my corner of the web.
I am a veteran Linux systems administrator and infrastructure automation engineer. My professional life revolves around managing robust enterprise environments, wrangling open-source ecosystems, and writing infrastructure as code to make complex systems behave predictably. If it can be automated, self-hosted, or optimized, I’m probably working on a configuration for it.
Tech Philosophy: Local-First & Open Source
I am a strong advocate for data ownership and digital sovereignty. In an era of cloud-locked platforms and disappearing privacy, I lean heavily into a local-first approach. My personal workflow relies on self-hosted infrastructure, private repositories, and markdown-based knowledge bases. My home laboratory is my sandbox, where I regularly test containerized services, reverse proxies, and automation homelab setups.
When it comes to hardware, I have a massive appreciation for the tactile world—specifically mechanical keyboards with a distinct, satisfying click.
Beyond the Terminal: Tabletop RPGs
When I step away from the command line, I trade server orchestrations for campaign orchestration. I am an avid tabletop RPG player and Game Master, with a particular love for deep, tactical systems and rich, high-fantasy worldbuilding.
Whether I’m managing a complex systemd service or charting a dangerous overland voyage for a party of adventurers, I love the challenge of building intricate systems that work seamlessly behind the scenes.
Why I Blog
This space serves as a digital notebook and a repository for things I learn along the way. Expect to see deep dives into:
- Linux administration and configuration management.
- Infrastructure automation and container orchestration.
- Self-hosting guides and data ownership tips.
- Occasionally, some tabletop gaming lore or mechanics design.
Thanks for dropping by!
Cosmicnonsense 