How Can I Advance My IT Career Without A Related Degree?
Hey everyone, I'm reaching out for some career advice. I've been in IT for about 5 years now, starting at a small nonprofit where I worked my way…
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How to Handle Automation That's Left Me with Nothing to Do?
I started at my company 9 months ago and focused on automating many critical processes such as AWS cost monitoring, patch management, backups, performance monitoring, and documentation. However,…
Feeling Stuck in My DevOps Job—What Should I Do Next?
Hey everyone! I'm currently working as a DevOps Engineer in a small company focused on developing ERP applications for various clients. I've been here right after graduating university…
Advice for a First-Time SysAdmin Starting Tomorrow
I'm starting my first day as a SysAdmin at a company I've been with for a while, and though I have some experience in service desk roles, I'll…
Advice for Transitioning from Helpdesk to Sysadmin
Hey everyone! I'm in the process of moving from a helpdesk position to a sysadmin role, but I don't really have a solid grasp of what's needed for…
How Should I Use My $1,000 Stipend for Professional Development?
My company offers a $1,000 yearly stipend for professional development, which I can use on courses, software, or subscriptions to enhance my skills. I'm looking for some great…
Should I quit my job as a Cloud Engineer or stick it out?
Hey everyone, I recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science and joined a financial services company as a Cloud Engineer. I was really excited about getting hands-on…
Are IT Certifications Beneficial for Mid-Career Professionals?
I'm currently managing endpoints and software in the healthcare sector and have been in my role for a few years now—which includes handling laptops, applications, and offboarding processes.…
Has anyone taken a break from IT and come back? How did it go?
I'm considering taking a break from my IT career for 2-3 years to explore a different field. I've been working in IT for the past 7 years—4 in…
Tips and Project Ideas for a New Sysadmin
Hey everyone! I'm super excited to share that I'm graduating soon and have accepted a promotion from Junior Sysadmin to Sysadmin at my current job. I want to…