The IT Guy Show

Navigating Technology and Careers

About the show

Welcome to the ‘IT Guy Show’, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, expert advice, and engaging discussions.

Whether you're a seasoned IT professional looking to stay ahead of the curve or a tech enthusiast eager to expand your knowledge, Eric has you covered. With a passion for simplifying complex tech concepts and a knack for making technology accessible to everyone, Eric creates an inclusive and welcoming space where listeners can learn, laugh, and connect.

Tune in to 'Office of the IT Guy' and embark on a journey of discovery, empowerment, and endless possibilities in the ever-evolving world of technology. Don't miss out on the chance to join Eric and his special guests as they navigate the digital landscape, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and make the 'Office of the IT Guy' your new favorite tech destination!

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Episodes

  • Episode 8: The Art of Continuous Improvement

    October 1st, 2024  |  47 mins 49 secs
    devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    We all seem to have this vision of “arriving” at some tech paradise where everything “just works”. After 17 years in IT, I’d say it's safe to say that will never happen. However, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t strive for better. Teams that embrace the chaos can make huge strides towards improving their environment.

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    Episode 7: Battling Burnout…with a Sword

    September 17th, 2024  |  1 hr 5 mins
    burnout, devops, digitaltransformation, dull made daring, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, stress, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    Stress and burnout come for all of us at one time or another. You may not even realize that is what is going on. Join Eric as he sits down with Jennifer and Bryan Horton, owners of Dull Made Daring, and learn the warning signs, recovery methods, and how to slash your anxiety away, with a sword, yeah, a literal sword!

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    Episode 6: A Quick Look at Ephemeral Environments

    August 13th, 2024  |  44 mins 28 secs
    devops, digitaltransformation, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    In my days as a Systems Administrator, there weren’t any “non-production” environments. It was all about keeping all the systems running, all the time, even Dev for the developers. Here comes Ephemeral Environments, a concept to quickly build and test disposable systems to make building and testing easier for the entire enterprise.

  • Episode 5: Understanding DevOps: Putting People Over Processes with Laura Santamaria

    July 17th, 2024  |  23 mins 46 secs
    agile methodologies, change management, cultural transformation, developer advocacy, devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, it processes, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, laura santamaria, linux, opensource, organizational change, people management, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    Eric the IT Guy Hendricks interviews Laura Santamaria, a Developer Advocate at Dell Technologies, about her experience with DevOps and how to effectively implement it within organizations. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing people over processes and tools, and shares insights on how to drive cultural change as an individual contributor.

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    Episode 4: APIs Decoded: From Basics to Production-Ready

    July 3rd, 2024  |  21 mins 47 secs
    api gateway, api management, api observability, api security, apis, developer experience, devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, rest apis, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    In this interview, Eric the IT Guy Hendricks explores the world of APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) with Budha, a Developer Advocate at Tyk, an API management platform. The discussion covers the fundamentals of APIs, their growing importance in modern applications, the role of API gateways in managing and securing APIs, and considerations for building production-ready APIs.

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    Episode 3: Unmasking AI: The Drive for Open and Transparent Development

    June 19th, 2024  |  23 mins 47 secs
    ai, artificial intelligence, developer advocacy, devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, ethics, future, ibm, instructlab, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, language models, linux, open source, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips, transparency

    In this interview, the host Eric provides a detailed introduction to his guest JJ Asgar from IBM, who is deeply involved with the open-source AI project called InstructLab. JJ passionately discusses the importance of open and transparent AI development for societal benefit. He explains the distinction between true AI and the current language models, and emphasizes the need for open data and models to counteract biases and ensure ethical AI advancement for the greater good.

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    Episode 2: Get a Return on Your IT Investment

    June 5th, 2024  |  46 mins 20 secs
    business case, devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, it leadership, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, jt perry, linux, opensource, project justification, project proposals, red hat, return on investment, roi, stakeholder management, techcommunity, technews, technology, technology adoption, techpodcast, techtips, vmware

    Are you an individual contributor looking to convince your boss its time to buy a product or pursue a new project? How do you structure your proposal? How do you calculate ROI? In this episode, I’ll discuss these concepts and more with JT Perry from VMware!

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    Episode 1: Get Into Your Element

    March 27th, 2024  |  1 hr 1 min
    decentralized messaging, devops, digitaltransformation, element matrix client, encrypted messaging, eric the it guy, federated chat, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, matrix protocol, open-source communication, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    In this interview, Eric the IT Guy Hendricks kicks off his new show, "The IT Guy Show," by inviting Karl Abbot, a product manager at Element, to discuss the Matrix protocol, its open-source nature, and its decentralized communications platform.

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    Episode 0: The Big Announcement

    March 17th, 2024  |  1 min 55 secs
    devops, digitaltransformation, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips

    The Office of the IT Guy is a show published to celebrate the people and talk about the technology that is changing our world! Our mission is to share our love for open source and build a stronger community.