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Automox Insiders – Ted Harapat, Tales of the Linux Firefighter, E03
Episode 3
Published 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
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