Let’s be real: we all have blind spots. Those invisible patterns, habits, or beliefs that quietly trip us up again and again. They’re the things others might see clearly, but […]
Read More🧠 Mindful Communication for DevOps Engineers: We’re Not Google, and That’s Okay
✍️ Why I’m Writing This Lately, I’ve been navigating some difficult conversations — in Slack, in meetings, and in code reviews.And if I’m honest, I haven’t always handled them skillfully. […]
Read MoreWhat If No One Will Hire Me? A Letter to the Developer Who Feels Left Behind
Let’s be real. You’re sitting at your desk. Maybe your IDE hasn’t been opened in days. The LinkedIn feed is a blur of “I’m excited to announce…” and you’re wondering […]
Read MoreGitHub Actions Supply Chain Attack: What DevOps Teams Need to Know
In March 2025, Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 revealed a clever and concerning supply chain attack exploiting GitHub Actions—a wake-up call for DevOps teams everywhere. The Attack in a Nutshell […]
Read MoreSneakers (1992): The Hacker-Heist Classic That Sparked My Curiosity
I was around 13 when I first saw Sneakers. It was the early ’90s, and I had just gotten my first serious computer—a second-hand Goldstar that my dad bought from […]
Read MoreHow to Balance Deep Work and Operational Awareness in DevOps
One of the biggest challenges for DevOps engineers and technical professionals is balancing deep, focused work with real-time operational awareness. I’ve personally struggled with this—being so locked into a task […]
Read MoreChatGPT and AI Coding: The Perfect Distraction at the Worst Time
AI coding tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and Roocode have completely changed how we write and think about code. They make it effortless to generate boilerplate, debug complex errors, and […]
Read MoreDevOps Engineer Common Mistakes Checklist
Use this checklist to avoid common pitfalls in your DevOps workflow. Regularly reviewing and addressing these items can help improve efficiency, security, and reliability. ✅ Process & Workflow ☐ Document […]
Read MoreManaging Slack Effectively: A Guide for DevOps Engineers
Slack is a critical tool for DevOps teams, enabling real-time collaboration, incident response, and workflow automation. However, without proper management, Slack can become a source of distractions and inefficiencies. This […]
Read More✅ Terraform Resource Deletion Checklist
Here’s a Terraform Resource Deletion Checklist to ensure a smooth and safe removal process. 1️⃣ Pre-Deletion Steps (Planning & Backup) ☐ Run terraform plan -destroy to review what will be […]
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