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About Me: I'm a graduate of Vancouver Island University's Information Technology and Applied Systems (ITAS) program, holding a diploma in Administration and Networking.

Before entering the tech field, I worked in culinary arts, eventually moving into management roles. This experience honed my skills in time management, leadership, customer service, and teamwork. My career shift to IT stems from a lifelong fascination with technology. As a child, I spent countless hours disassembling and exploring electronics. This passion evolved from an amateur interest to a professional pursuit, solidified by my education at VIU, where I engaged deeply with IT staff and coursework.

The following is a summary of the courses I've taken, along with an overview of the key topics and skills covered in each course. 

Operating Systems and Server Management:

• Applied Operating Systems: Gained practical knowledge in managing and troubleshooting operating systems.

• Linux Server Management I & II: Gained skills in administering, and managing Linux servers. Using tools such as Apache, Nginx, MariaDB, Postfix, BIND DNS, OpenVPN, OpenSSL, and Nagios. Additionally, I have become well-versed in the three major Linux distributions: Debian, Fedora, and Arch, along with the many distributions that fork from them. 

• Windows Server Management I, II & III: Covered techniques for managing Windows Server environments, and best practices, including expert-level management and troubleshooting. Managed Active Directory, HyperV, Clustering, DNS, IIS, backup and recovery, and Microsoft Exchange. 

Virtualization and Cloud Computing:

Virtualization and Cloud Computing I & II: Concepts and practical applications of virtualization and cloud technologies, including but not limited to VMWare ESXi, VSphere, vMotion, vCenter, HA, DRS, FT, and AWS. 

Network Infrastructure:

• Network Infrastructure Fundamentals: Covered the fundamentals of designing, setting up, and managing networks.

• Network Routing and Switching Essentials I & II: Learned the ins and outs of routing and switching. Gained advanced skills for complex network environments, especially with Cisco IOS-based infrastructure.

Cybersecurity and Database Management:

• Information Technology Cybersecurity: Principles and practices of cybersecurity to protect IT infrastructure. Worked with Kali Linux, Wireshark, Nmap/Zenmap, Ettercap, Shodan.io, Maltego, Cupp, Cewl, Metasploit (including performing attacks against Windows infrastructure using the eternalblue exploit), and PfSense with Snort. 

• Database Administration and Design: Covered the fundamentals of designing, managing, and optimizing databases. 

Programming and Web Design:

• Introduction to Programming Concepts (Java): Learnt the basics of Java programming, including syntax, control structures, and object-oriented concepts.

• Introduction to Programming Concepts (Python): Covered the essentials of Python programming for various projects.

• Introduction to Web Design: Explored web design principles, focusing on HTML, CSS, and creating a good user experience.

Project Management:

• Information Technology Project Management: Learnt how to manage IT projects, covering planning, execution, and monitoring.

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