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Discover how Terraform, a tool for building, changing, and versioning infrastructure, is making a significant impact on in the 2018 US Elections.
Discover how a bike accident taught me valuable lessons about DevOps: the importance of safety, practice, vulnerability, and teamwork in IT.
Discover how to lower the barrier to entry into technology careers. Learn strategies to support and encourage individuals transitioning into tech and foster diverse, innovative teams.
Discover how NCR revolutionized their delivery process with Chef, enabling customers to grow their businesses beyond traditional boundaries. This is our Superbowl story.
Explore key takeaways from ChefConf 2016, including the role of security in DevOps, the future of the industry, and personal insights on career development in tech.
Explore the keys to finding alignment in business initiatives. Learn how respect and empathy can help bridge gaps and foster collaboration. Discover how different teams align with DevOps.
Explore how disruption can lead to discomfort in a DevOps environment, and learn how to navigate change effectively. Discover the importance of empathy and communication in managing disruptive changes.
Explore the pitfalls of premature optimization in organizational planning. Learn how focusing on immediate improvement opportunities can lead to transformative change.
Explore the journey of a mom diving into the world of software development. From learning Linux basics to tackling InSpec, this blog post shares the highs and lows of breaking stereotypes in the tech industry.
Join me at DevOps Days Dallas this September! Discover how creativity and technology merge in the IT world. Network, learn, and explore sponsorship opportunities.
Explore the power of precedence in driving change initiatives. Learn how to avoid the trap of the ‘Perfect State’ and instead use real-world examples to address concerns and increase profitability.
Explore the importance of understanding and influencing how others perceive you in a technical environment. Learn why there’s no compiler or unit test for feelings, and how to navigate this challenge.
Explore the ‘Technical Asshole Curse’ in the tech industry, where hard skills overshadow soft skills, leading to a toxic work environment. Learn how to avoid this trap and foster a healthier workspace.
Explore the importance of considering feelings over compliance in leadership. Discover how fostering respect and excitement can lead to more effective collaboration and success.
Discover how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help combat all-or-nothing thinking. Learn to balance work, diet, and change initiatives for a healthier mindset.
Explore the power of culture in driving cross-discipline change initiatives. Understand the roles of developers, SecOps, and Operations in a business and how to foster cooperation.
Explore the dangers of overdependence in organizations through a personal journey. Learn why successful projects shouldn’t rely on one person and the importance of a strong, self-sustaining foundation.
Explore the importance of including culture and security in a proof of concept. Learn how these factors can influence the successful implementation of new tools or changes within an organization.
Discover the importance of building alliances to effectively persuade people, especially in challenging situations. Learn from real-life experiences and expert advice on fostering a supportive team.
Explore why our organization chose Chef over other configuration management tools. It’s not just about the technology, but the partnership and cultural changes that lead to success.
Explore the importance of establishing a shared vision before implementing change in an agile transformation. Learn why understanding the ‘why’ is crucial before jumping to the ‘what’.
Explore why it’s crucial to start with identifying business problems before choosing the right tools. Learn from real-life experiences and shift your focus for effective problem-solving.
Explore the benefits and challenges of putting developers on call in a DevOps culture. Discover how this approach can foster responsibility, improve product design, and enhance collaboration between teams.
Discover the importance of team alignment in problem-solving. Learn why involving everyone in the solution process leads to better execution and success.
Discover why funding is the litmus test for the viability of an idea in business. Learn how to navigate the funding question and reveal the true priorities of your organization.
Explore the power of setting personal goals and the potential pitfalls of not doing so in this insightful blog post. Discover how not having clear goals can lead to inadvertently fulfilling others’ objectives.
Explore the journey from being a know-it-all to a leader in our latest blog post, Surrounded. Discover the importance of surrounding yourself with knowledgeable people for personal growth and organizational success.
Explore the pitfalls of blindly following the “right” solution in tech and organizational success. Learn how to align strategies with key stakeholders and find the truly effective tools for your business.
Discover the power of alignment in business strategy. Learn how to unite leadership, middle management, and ground-level employees for effective problem-solving and value creation. Transform your business today.
Discover the three essential components to achieving compliance at velocity in the enterprise: focusing on the workflow, making it real, and empowering security. Learn from a Chef initiative.
Explore the metaphor of discriminatory winds in the tech industry, highlighting the challenges faced by women and minorities. Learn how to support and respect their tenacity and courage.
Explore practical advice for people in large corporations on how to effectively use configuration management. Learn from real-life examples and implement simple strategies to transform your organization’s ability to react to change.
Explore how intrinsic motivators such as autonomy, mastery, and purpose can lead to successful implementation of Chef in an organization. Discover the power of these motivators over traditional bonuses.
Explore my insights on the transformative power of ‘The Phoenix Project’ in my latest book review. Discover how this book can change your perspective on devops and your career.
Explore how my son and I navigate the choice between negativity and taking action. Learn about our unique ability to see problems others don’t and how we use it to lead.
Reflecting on 10 years at Radiant/NCR: Value creation, embracing tools, prioritizing sales, and gratitude have been key. Always focus on delivering real solutions.
In a quest for career growth, many chase titles like ‘Software Architect’. Yet, true success isn’t about the next promotion but finding contentment.