Automox Insiders – Ted Harapat, Tales of the Linux Firefighter, E03
About this episode
In this episode of IT Insiders, host Maddie Regis sits down with Ted Harapat, Senior Systems Engineer at Automox, for a candid and compelling look into the world of Linux, cybersecurity, and the origins of IT careers.
Ted shares how a midnight knock on his window sparked a decades-long journey into IT, what it’s like to support and expand Automox’s Linux agent, and why Linux isn't as intimidating as it seems.
🔥 Highlights:
- How Ted got into IT thanks to a surprise 1 a.m. “interview”
- Behind the scenes of supporting 2x Linux distributions at Automox
- Ted’s dual life as an IT expert and volunteer firefighter
- Why exploring config files is the best way to learn Linux
Whether you're a sysadmin, Linux enthusiast, or just here for the pirate jokes, this episode is packed with insights and fun. Don’t miss it!
This episode originally aired March 15, 2024
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