How realistic is it to move from cloud and DevOps back into sysadmin work?
I started in help desk more than 15 years ago, spent several years as a Linux system administrator, and then moved into programming, infrastructure as code, DevOps, cloud…
infrastructure engineering
What Should I Expect When Starting as an AWS Infrastructure Engineer?
I'm starting a new infrastructure engineering role where Terraform is the main infrastructure-as-code tool. I have a degree in Cloud and Network Engineering and several relevant certifications, and…
Starting as an AWS Infrastructure Engineer: How Do Experienced Teams Work?
I'm starting a new infrastructure engineering role focused mainly on Terraform and AWS. I've been doing cloud engineering for several years, but my current team is small, so…
Could a 26-Year-Old With a CS Degree Break Into Cloud Engineering?
I'm 26 and recently completed a second bachelor's degree, this time in Computer Science. My first degree was in History and Political Science, and I also have a…
Is Azure a Good Career Path for Infrastructure Engineers in Europe?
I'm a software engineer in Europe currently working in telecommunications, with a focus on 5G. I'm interested in moving toward cloud infrastructure because I'd like stronger long-term career…
Is Azure a Good Career Path for Infrastructure Engineers in Europe?
I'm a software engineer in Europe currently working in telecommunications, with a focus on 5G. I'm considering moving into cloud infrastructure because I'm more interested in systems, networking,…
What Should I Expect in My First 3–6 Months as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer?
I've recently accepted an Infrastructure Engineer role in a fully cloud-based environment and will be starting next month. I've spent about 10 years in second-line IT support, with…
Where do infrastructure and platform engineers actually connect online?
I've been trying to use X to connect with people working in infrastructure, platform engineering, DevOps, Kubernetes, cloud systems, observability, and networking. The problem is that my feed…
How should I prioritize preparation for an early-career Linux and fleet operations interview?
I'm preparing for an early-career Linux systems, fleet operations, or infrastructure engineering interview. The stated areas are live coding, Linux fundamentals, storage and networking, and overall fit. I'm…