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    <description>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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    <itunes:summary>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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  <title>Episode 10: GitOps for the Linux Administrator</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>GitOps can feel like buzzword soup, especially for seasoned Linux admins who’ve spent years mastering bash, cron, and config files. But what if it’s not as scary—or as different—as it sounds?</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>GitOps can feel like buzzword soup, especially for seasoned Linux admins who’ve spent years mastering bash, cron, and config files. But what if it’s not as scary—or as different—as it sounds?
In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Christian Hernandez, a longtime Linux administrator who “accidentally” became a Kubernetes and GitOps expert. Together, they break down what GitOps really is, how it compares to traditional sysadmin practices, and how Linux professionals can embrace this powerful approach to infrastructure automation without throwing away their shell scripts.
Whether you're Git-curious or deep in YAML fatigue, this conversation will give you practical context, real talk, and tips for making GitOps part of your day-to-day toolkit.
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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Join our: 
     Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord
     Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org
Connect with Christian: https://chernand.io/
Akuiti: https://akuity.io
Buy Christian’s book! https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/argo-cd-up/9781098141998
OpenGitOps: https://opengitops.dev/
Kubernetes Kind: https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/kind
Chapters:
00:00 Stream Start
00:13 Welcome
01:31 Christian Hernandez
04:14 What is GitOps?
12:29 GitOps Journey
18:40 Mindset Shifts
24:30 Why the hesitation?
30:02 Tools to Learn
40:04 Lightning Round
44:40 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by GuerrillaBuzz on Unsplash Special Guest: Christian Hernandez.
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    <![CDATA[<p>GitOps can feel like buzzword soup, especially for seasoned Linux admins who’ve spent years mastering bash, cron, and config files. But what if it’s not as scary—or as different—as it sounds?</p>

<p>In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Christian Hernandez, a longtime Linux administrator who “accidentally” became a Kubernetes and GitOps expert. Together, they break down what GitOps really is, how it compares to traditional sysadmin practices, and how Linux professionals can embrace this powerful approach to infrastructure automation without throwing away their shell scripts.</p>

<p>Whether you&#39;re Git-curious or deep in YAML fatigue, this conversation will give you practical context, real talk, and tips for making GitOps part of your day-to-day toolkit.</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me: <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Join our: <br>
     Discord: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/discord" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/discord</a><br>
     Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org</a></p>

<p>Connect with Christian: <a href="https://chernand.io/" rel="nofollow">https://chernand.io/</a><br>
Akuiti: <a href="https://akuity.io" rel="nofollow">https://akuity.io</a><br>
Buy Christian’s book! <a href="https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/argo-cd-up/9781098141998" rel="nofollow">https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/argo-cd-up/9781098141998</a></p>

<p>OpenGitOps: <a href="https://opengitops.dev/" rel="nofollow">https://opengitops.dev/</a><br>
Kubernetes Kind: <a href="https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/kind" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/kind</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:13 Welcome<br>
01:31 Christian Hernandez<br>
04:14 What is GitOps?<br>
12:29 GitOps Journey<br>
18:40 Mindset Shifts<br>
24:30 Why the hesitation?<br>
30:02 Tools to Learn<br>
40:04 Lightning Round<br>
44:40 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by GuerrillaBuzz on Unsplash</p><p>Special Guest: Christian Hernandez.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>GitOps can feel like buzzword soup, especially for seasoned Linux admins who’ve spent years mastering bash, cron, and config files. But what if it’s not as scary—or as different—as it sounds?</p>

<p>In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Christian Hernandez, a longtime Linux administrator who “accidentally” became a Kubernetes and GitOps expert. Together, they break down what GitOps really is, how it compares to traditional sysadmin practices, and how Linux professionals can embrace this powerful approach to infrastructure automation without throwing away their shell scripts.</p>

<p>Whether you&#39;re Git-curious or deep in YAML fatigue, this conversation will give you practical context, real talk, and tips for making GitOps part of your day-to-day toolkit.</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me: <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Join our: <br>
     Discord: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/discord" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/discord</a><br>
     Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org</a></p>

<p>Connect with Christian: <a href="https://chernand.io/" rel="nofollow">https://chernand.io/</a><br>
Akuiti: <a href="https://akuity.io" rel="nofollow">https://akuity.io</a><br>
Buy Christian’s book! <a href="https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/argo-cd-up/9781098141998" rel="nofollow">https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/argo-cd-up/9781098141998</a></p>

<p>OpenGitOps: <a href="https://opengitops.dev/" rel="nofollow">https://opengitops.dev/</a><br>
Kubernetes Kind: <a href="https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/kind" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/kubernetes-sigs/kind</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:13 Welcome<br>
01:31 Christian Hernandez<br>
04:14 What is GitOps?<br>
12:29 GitOps Journey<br>
18:40 Mindset Shifts<br>
24:30 Why the hesitation?<br>
30:02 Tools to Learn<br>
40:04 Lightning Round<br>
44:40 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by GuerrillaBuzz on Unsplash</p><p>Special Guest: Christian Hernandez.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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<item>
  <title>Rebooting Eric the IT Guy: Where I’ve Been &amp; What’s Next</title>
  <link>https://podcast.itguyeric.com/update-20250501</link>
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  <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/8dd41e64-7e46-4a5d-be35-ad082f462e5e.mp3" length="630068" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>After a few months away from the mic, I’m back—and rebooting Eric the IT Guy not just as a brand, but as a mission.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:09</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>After a few months away from the mic, I’m back—and rebooting Eric the IT Guy not just as a brand, but as a mission.
In this short update, I share what I’ve been up to since leaving Red Hat, why I’m launching into a new season of my career, and what I’m hoping for next. Whether you’ve followed my journey through Linux, open source, or DevOps content creation—this is a personal, honest reset point.
📺 Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q
📬 Connect or hire me: https://itguyeric.com
Join our: 
     Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord
     Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>ITGuyEric, TechPodcast, ITPodcast, Technology, TechTips, ITSupport, DigitalTransformation, TechCommunity, ITProfessionals, TechNews, ITKnowledge, Devops, Linux, OpenSource</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>After a few months away from the mic, I’m back—and rebooting Eric the IT Guy not just as a brand, but as a mission.</p>

<p>In this short update, I share what I’ve been up to since leaving Red Hat, why I’m launching into a new season of my career, and what I’m hoping for next. Whether you’ve followed my journey through Linux, open source, or DevOps content creation—this is a personal, honest reset point.</p>

<p>📺 Watch the video version: <a href="https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q</a><br>
📬 Connect or hire me: <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a></p>

<p>Join our: <br>
     Discord: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/discord" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/discord</a><br>
     Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>After a few months away from the mic, I’m back—and rebooting Eric the IT Guy not just as a brand, but as a mission.</p>

<p>In this short update, I share what I’ve been up to since leaving Red Hat, why I’m launching into a new season of my career, and what I’m hoping for next. Whether you’ve followed my journey through Linux, open source, or DevOps content creation—this is a personal, honest reset point.</p>

<p>📺 Watch the video version: <a href="https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q</a><br>
📬 Connect or hire me: <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a></p>

<p>Join our: <br>
     Discord: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/discord" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/discord</a><br>
     Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 8: The Art of Continuous Improvement</title>
  <link>https://podcast.itguyeric.com/8</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/18ba034c-82ae-4dd4-be6b-018593fac6fd.mp3" length="40173746" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:49</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>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.
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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Nathen Harvey: https://linktr.ee/nathenharvey
Dora: https://dora.dev/
Chapters:
00:00 Stream Start
00:48 Welcome
01:27 Meet Nathen
04:56 What is DORA?
09:03 What is Continuous Learning?
15:27 Organizational Continuous Learning
19:21 Improving via Automation
25:40 Starting your journey
41:11 Learning Resources
46:47 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by Mason Wildfang on Unsplash
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022. Special Guest: Nathen Harvey.
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  <itunes:keywords>devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>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&#39;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.</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Nathen Harvey: <a href="https://linktr.ee/nathenharvey" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/nathenharvey</a><br>
Dora: <a href="https://dora.dev/" rel="nofollow">https://dora.dev/</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:48 Welcome<br>
01:27 Meet Nathen<br>
04:56 What is DORA?<br>
09:03 What is Continuous Learning?<br>
15:27 Organizational Continuous Learning<br>
19:21 Improving via Automation<br>
25:40 Starting your journey<br>
41:11 Learning Resources<br>
46:47 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Mason Wildfang on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Nathen Harvey.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>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&#39;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.</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Nathen Harvey: <a href="https://linktr.ee/nathenharvey" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/nathenharvey</a><br>
Dora: <a href="https://dora.dev/" rel="nofollow">https://dora.dev/</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:48 Welcome<br>
01:27 Meet Nathen<br>
04:56 What is DORA?<br>
09:03 What is Continuous Learning?<br>
15:27 Organizational Continuous Learning<br>
19:21 Improving via Automation<br>
25:40 Starting your journey<br>
41:11 Learning Resources<br>
46:47 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Mason Wildfang on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Nathen Harvey.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 7: Battling Burnout…with a Sword</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/0583c7aa-9e6d-4b7a-894b-0d79288bc963.mp3" length="54908773" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:05:21</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/e/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/cover.jpg?v=2"/>
  <description>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!
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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Dull Made Daring
https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric
Gaming…unintentional professional development goldmine
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jennifer-horton-lcsw-97068647gaming-thats-my-unintentional-professional-activity-7229531726102847489-7K18?utmsource=share&amp;amp;utmmedium=memberdesktop
Chapters:
00:00 Stream start
00:48 Welcome
01:26 Introductions
04:10 Relational dynamics
09:38 Need for change
21:26 Gaming and personality
30:33 Dull Made Daring
45:29 Signs of burnout
01:00:16 Closing thoughts
01:05:51 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by Dingzeyu Li on Unsplash
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.
 Special Guests: Bryan Horton and Jennifer Horton.
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips, burnout, stress, dull made daring</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>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!</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Dull Made Daring<br>
<a href="https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric" rel="nofollow">https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric</a></p>

<p>Gaming…unintentional professional development goldmine<br>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jennifer-horton-lcsw-97068647_gaming-thats-my-unintentional-professional-activity-7229531726102847489-7K18?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jennifer-horton-lcsw-97068647_gaming-thats-my-unintentional-professional-activity-7229531726102847489-7K18?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:48 Welcome<br>
01:26 Introductions<br>
04:10 Relational dynamics<br>
09:38 Need for change<br>
21:26 Gaming and personality<br>
30:33 Dull Made Daring<br>
45:29 Signs of burnout<br>
01:00:16 Closing thoughts<br>
01:05:51 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Dingzeyu Li on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guests: Bryan Horton and Jennifer Horton.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Dull Made Daring" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric">Dull Made Daring</a> &mdash; Are you ready to pick up a sword and stop feeling so pressured and stuck in your head?</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>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!</p>

<hr>

<p>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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Dull Made Daring<br>
<a href="https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric" rel="nofollow">https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric</a></p>

<p>Gaming…unintentional professional development goldmine<br>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jennifer-horton-lcsw-97068647_gaming-thats-my-unintentional-professional-activity-7229531726102847489-7K18?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jennifer-horton-lcsw-97068647_gaming-thats-my-unintentional-professional-activity-7229531726102847489-7K18?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:48 Welcome<br>
01:26 Introductions<br>
04:10 Relational dynamics<br>
09:38 Need for change<br>
21:26 Gaming and personality<br>
30:33 Dull Made Daring<br>
45:29 Signs of burnout<br>
01:00:16 Closing thoughts<br>
01:05:51 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Dingzeyu Li on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guests: Bryan Horton and Jennifer Horton.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Dull Made Daring" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dullmadedaring.com/eric">Dull Made Daring</a> &mdash; Are you ready to pick up a sword and stop feeling so pressured and stuck in your head?</li></ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 6: A Quick Look at Ephemeral Environments</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/caf9c8e6-37f0-4f68-becf-8632f15880dc.mp3" length="37359974" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:28</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/e/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/cover.jpg?v=2"/>
  <description>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. 
Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Natalie Lunbeck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lunbeck-477b45114/
DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Natalie Lunbeck - Unblocking Your CI/CD With Ephemeral Environments
https://youtu.be/HWcQ_qUDAH4?si=akoMp3iNhvtjdPdF
DevOps Days
https://devopsdays.org/
Shipyard
https://shipyard.build/
Ephemeral Environments.io
https://ephemeralenvironments.io/
http://github.com/ephemeralenvironments/ephemeralenvironments
Minimum Viable CD
https://minimumcd.org
Dora.Dev
https://dora.dev
Chapters:
00:00 Stream Start
00:57 Welcome
02:16 DevOps Days
04:47 Meet Natalie
08:44 Ephemeral Environments Defined
14:49 What are the benefits?
19:30 DORA Metrics
26:04 Uber SLATE
30:43 EphemeralEnvironments.io
33:26 Minimal Viable CD
40:31 Learn more
45:19 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by Joey Kyber on Unsplash 
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022. 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>ITGuyEric, TechPodcast, ITPodcast, Technology, TechTips, ITSupport, DigitalTransformation, TechCommunity, ITProfessionals, TechNews, ITKnowledge, Devops, Linux, OpenSource</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>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. </p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Natalie Lunbeck: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lunbeck-477b45114/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lunbeck-477b45114/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Natalie Lunbeck - Unblocking Your CI/CD With Ephemeral Environments<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/HWcQ_qUDAH4?si=akoMp3iNhvtjdPdF" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/HWcQ_qUDAH4?si=akoMp3iNhvtjdPdF</a></p>

<p>DevOps Days<br>
<a href="https://devopsdays.org/" rel="nofollow">https://devopsdays.org/</a></p>

<p>Shipyard<br>
<a href="https://shipyard.build/" rel="nofollow">https://shipyard.build/</a></p>

<p>Ephemeral Environments.io<br>
<a href="https://ephemeralenvironments.io/" rel="nofollow">https://ephemeralenvironments.io/</a><br>
<a href="http://github.com/ephemeralenvironments/ephemeralenvironments" rel="nofollow">http://github.com/ephemeralenvironments/ephemeralenvironments</a></p>

<p>Minimum Viable CD<br>
<a href="https://minimumcd.org" rel="nofollow">https://minimumcd.org</a></p>

<p>Dora.Dev<br>
<a href="https://dora.dev" rel="nofollow">https://dora.dev</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:57 Welcome<br>
02:16 DevOps Days<br>
04:47 Meet Natalie<br>
08:44 Ephemeral Environments Defined<br>
14:49 What are the benefits?<br>
19:30 DORA Metrics<br>
26:04 Uber SLATE<br>
30:43 EphemeralEnvironments.io<br>
33:26 Minimal Viable CD<br>
40:31 Learn more<br>
45:19 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Joey Kyber on Unsplash </p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>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. </p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Natalie Lunbeck: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lunbeck-477b45114/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lunbeck-477b45114/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Natalie Lunbeck - Unblocking Your CI/CD With Ephemeral Environments<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/HWcQ_qUDAH4?si=akoMp3iNhvtjdPdF" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/HWcQ_qUDAH4?si=akoMp3iNhvtjdPdF</a></p>

<p>DevOps Days<br>
<a href="https://devopsdays.org/" rel="nofollow">https://devopsdays.org/</a></p>

<p>Shipyard<br>
<a href="https://shipyard.build/" rel="nofollow">https://shipyard.build/</a></p>

<p>Ephemeral Environments.io<br>
<a href="https://ephemeralenvironments.io/" rel="nofollow">https://ephemeralenvironments.io/</a><br>
<a href="http://github.com/ephemeralenvironments/ephemeralenvironments" rel="nofollow">http://github.com/ephemeralenvironments/ephemeralenvironments</a></p>

<p>Minimum Viable CD<br>
<a href="https://minimumcd.org" rel="nofollow">https://minimumcd.org</a></p>

<p>Dora.Dev<br>
<a href="https://dora.dev" rel="nofollow">https://dora.dev</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:57 Welcome<br>
02:16 DevOps Days<br>
04:47 Meet Natalie<br>
08:44 Ephemeral Environments Defined<br>
14:49 What are the benefits?<br>
19:30 DORA Metrics<br>
26:04 Uber SLATE<br>
30:43 EphemeralEnvironments.io<br>
33:26 Minimal Viable CD<br>
40:31 Learn more<br>
45:19 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Joey Kyber on Unsplash </p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 5: Understanding DevOps: Putting People Over Processes with Laura Santamaria</title>
  <link>https://podcast.itguyeric.com/5</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/90578f50-039d-4c0d-bc0c-739056dd3133.mp3" length="19971122" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>23:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/e/e723974d-3a57-48b8-a7f0-3e9e742cbc94/cover.jpg?v=2"/>
  <description>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.
Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Laura Santamaria: https://linktr.ee/nimbinatus
DevOps Days: https://devopsdays.org/
DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Laura Santamaria - Understanding DevOps in Todays World
https://youtu.be/cUodBMlVbJ4?si=CV5q3tPCF1BFLQRp
The Phoenix Project: A Novel about IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win
https://a.co/d/30J5nzM
Chapters:
00:00 Stream Start
00:50 Welcome
01:49 Introduction
03:29 Meet Laura
06:48 Safe Failure?
11:47 Affecting Change
18:12 Next Step
22:35 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-pencil-near-laptop-computer-5fNmWej4tAA
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.
 Special Guest: Laura Santamaria.
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>devops, digitaltransformation, eric the it guy, it, itguyeric, itknowledge, itpodcast, itprofessionals, itsupport, linux, opensource, red hat, techcommunity, technews, technology, techpodcast, techtips, agile methodologies, change management, cultural transformation, developer advocacy, it processes, organizational change, people management, laura santamaria</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Laura Santamaria: <a href="https://linktr.ee/nimbinatus" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/nimbinatus</a></p>

<p>DevOps Days: <a href="https://devopsdays.org/" rel="nofollow">https://devopsdays.org/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Laura Santamaria - Understanding DevOps in Todays World<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/cUodBMlVbJ4?si=CV5q3tPCF1BFLQRp" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/cUodBMlVbJ4?si=CV5q3tPCF1BFLQRp</a></p>

<p>The Phoenix Project: A Novel about IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win<br>
<a href="https://a.co/d/30J5nzM" rel="nofollow">https://a.co/d/30J5nzM</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
01:49 Introduction<br>
03:29 Meet Laura<br>
06:48 Safe Failure?<br>
11:47 Affecting Change<br>
18:12 Next Step<br>
22:35 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-pencil-near-laptop-computer-5fNmWej4tAA" rel="nofollow">https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-pencil-near-laptop-computer-5fNmWej4tAA</a></p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Laura Santamaria.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Laura Santamaria: <a href="https://linktr.ee/nimbinatus" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/nimbinatus</a></p>

<p>DevOps Days: <a href="https://devopsdays.org/" rel="nofollow">https://devopsdays.org/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - Laura Santamaria - Understanding DevOps in Todays World<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/cUodBMlVbJ4?si=CV5q3tPCF1BFLQRp" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/cUodBMlVbJ4?si=CV5q3tPCF1BFLQRp</a></p>

<p>The Phoenix Project: A Novel about IT, DevOps, and Helping Your Business Win<br>
<a href="https://a.co/d/30J5nzM" rel="nofollow">https://a.co/d/30J5nzM</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream Start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
01:49 Introduction<br>
03:29 Meet Laura<br>
06:48 Safe Failure?<br>
11:47 Affecting Change<br>
18:12 Next Step<br>
22:35 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash <a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-pencil-near-laptop-computer-5fNmWej4tAA" rel="nofollow">https://unsplash.com/photos/person-holding-pencil-near-laptop-computer-5fNmWej4tAA</a></p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Laura Santamaria.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 4: APIs Decoded: From Basics to Production-Ready</title>
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Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
Budhaditya Bhattacharya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budha-b/
Tyk: https://tyk.io/
Chapters:
00:00    Stream start
00:50    Welcome
02:34    Budhaditya Bhattacharya
03:04    Application Programming Interface (APIs)
05:51    Learning more about APIs
08:21    Eric's use of APIs
14:36    API Gateways
18:34    Closing thoughts
20:13    Wrap up
Photo by Walkator on Unsplash
https://unsplash.com/photos/text-klMii3cR9iI Special Guest: Budha Bhattacharya.
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<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Budhaditya Bhattacharya: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/budha-b/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/budha-b/</a></p>

<p>Tyk: <a href="https://tyk.io/" rel="nofollow">https://tyk.io/</a></p>

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00:00    Stream start<br>
00:50    Welcome<br>
02:34    Budhaditya Bhattacharya<br>
03:04    Application Programming Interface (APIs)<br>
05:51    Learning more about APIs<br>
08:21    Eric&#39;s use of APIs<br>
14:36    API Gateways<br>
18:34    Closing thoughts<br>
20:13    Wrap up</p>

<p>Photo by Walkator on Unsplash<br>
<a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/text-klMii3cR9iI" rel="nofollow">https://unsplash.com/photos/text-klMii3cR9iI</a></p><p>Special Guest: Budha Bhattacharya.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
Budhaditya Bhattacharya: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/budha-b/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/budha-b/</a></p>

<p>Tyk: <a href="https://tyk.io/" rel="nofollow">https://tyk.io/</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00    Stream start<br>
00:50    Welcome<br>
02:34    Budhaditya Bhattacharya<br>
03:04    Application Programming Interface (APIs)<br>
05:51    Learning more about APIs<br>
08:21    Eric&#39;s use of APIs<br>
14:36    API Gateways<br>
18:34    Closing thoughts<br>
20:13    Wrap up</p>

<p>Photo by Walkator on Unsplash<br>
<a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/text-klMii3cR9iI" rel="nofollow">https://unsplash.com/photos/text-klMii3cR9iI</a></p><p>Special Guest: Budha Bhattacharya.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 3: Unmasking AI: The Drive for Open and Transparent Development</title>
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  <description>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.
Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
JJ Asghar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjasghar
Hugging Face - https://huggingface.co/
Instruct Lab on Hugging Face https://huggingface.co/instructlab
IBM’s Granite Model https://huggingface.co/ibm-granite
What is InstructLab? https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/ai/what-is-instructlab
Chapters
00:00 Stream start
00:50 Welcome
01:40 Introduction
03:51 Meet JJ
04:47 What is AI?
08:09 What is an LLM?
09:42 Open Source AI
15:50 Instruct Lab
23:26 The Real Reality
28:05 The IT Community
31:15 Wrap up
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
Photo by @steve_j on Unsplash
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.
 Special Guest: JJ Asghar.
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<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
JJ Asghar: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjasghar" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjasghar</a></p>

<p>Hugging Face - <a href="https://huggingface.co/" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/</a><br>
Instruct Lab on Hugging Face <a href="https://huggingface.co/instructlab" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/instructlab</a><br>
IBM’s Granite Model <a href="https://huggingface.co/ibm-granite" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/ibm-granite</a></p>

<p>What is InstructLab? <a href="https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/ai/what-is-instructlab" rel="nofollow">https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/ai/what-is-instructlab</a></p>

<p>Chapters<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
01:40 Introduction<br>
03:51 Meet JJ<br>
04:47 What is AI?<br>
08:09 What is an LLM?<br>
09:42 Open Source AI<br>
15:50 Instruct Lab<br>
23:26 The Real Reality<br>
28:05 The IT Community<br>
31:15 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by @steve_j on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: JJ Asghar.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
JJ Asghar: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjasghar" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjasghar</a></p>

<p>Hugging Face - <a href="https://huggingface.co/" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/</a><br>
Instruct Lab on Hugging Face <a href="https://huggingface.co/instructlab" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/instructlab</a><br>
IBM’s Granite Model <a href="https://huggingface.co/ibm-granite" rel="nofollow">https://huggingface.co/ibm-granite</a></p>

<p>What is InstructLab? <a href="https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/ai/what-is-instructlab" rel="nofollow">https://www.redhat.com/en/topics/ai/what-is-instructlab</a></p>

<p>Chapters<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
01:40 Introduction<br>
03:51 Meet JJ<br>
04:47 What is AI?<br>
08:09 What is an LLM?<br>
09:42 Open Source AI<br>
15:50 Instruct Lab<br>
23:26 The Real Reality<br>
28:05 The IT Community<br>
31:15 Wrap up</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency<br>
Photo by @steve_j on Unsplash</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: JJ Asghar.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 2: Get a Return on Your IT Investment</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
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  <itunes:author>Eric Hendricks</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:20</itunes:duration>
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  <description>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!
Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.
Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric
JT Perry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/
 DevOpsDays KC 2024 - JT Perry - Platform ROI: Why should your company invest?
https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9
Chapters:
00:00 Stream start
00:50 Welcome
04:28 Meet JT Perry
08:15 Identifying a Need
13:45 Building the request
22:05 Return on Investment (ROI)
30:55 CapEx vs OpEx
34:36 Prove Your Assumptions
40:15 Applying ROI to Careers
44:08 Closing thoughts
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.
 Special Guest: JT Perry.
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<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
JT Perry: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - JT Perry - Platform ROI: Why should your company invest?<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
04:28 Meet JT Perry<br>
08:15 Identifying a Need<br>
13:45 Building the request<br>
22:05 Return on Investment (ROI)<br>
30:55 CapEx vs OpEx<br>
34:36 Prove Your Assumptions<br>
40:15 Applying ROI to Careers<br>
44:08 Closing thoughts</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: JT Perry.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>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!</p>

<hr>

<p>Welcome to The IT Guy Podcast, 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, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.</p>

<p>Connect with me! <a href="https://linktr.ee/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://linktr.ee/itguyeric</a><br>
JT Perry: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtperry/</a></p>

<p>DevOpsDays KC 2024 - JT Perry - Platform ROI: Why should your company invest?<br>
<a href="https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/0IQp5xNidvo?si=50YIWshTqDGEo8c9</a></p>

<p>Chapters:<br>
00:00 Stream start<br>
00:50 Welcome<br>
04:28 Meet JT Perry<br>
08:15 Identifying a Need<br>
13:45 Building the request<br>
22:05 Return on Investment (ROI)<br>
30:55 CapEx vs OpEx<br>
34:36 Prove Your Assumptions<br>
40:15 Applying ROI to Careers<br>
44:08 Closing thoughts</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: JT Perry.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 1: Get Into Your Element</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Eric Hendricks</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:01:31</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>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.
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.
Eric's Website https://itguyeric.com
YouTube Channel https://itguyeric.com/youtube
Sponsor the IT Guy https://patreon.com/itguyeric
Free Hive Agency: https://freehive.com
Element: https://element.io
Matrix: https://matrix.org
Karl Abbott (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-abbott/
Karl on Matrix: @kabbott:matrix.org
XKCD on Standards: https://xkcd.com/927
Get Started with Element: https://itguyeric.com/beginners-guide-how-to-get-started-with-element-matrix/
Finally Time to Ditch Email: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/finally-time-ditch-e-mail-karl-abbott/
Are We Peer2Peer Yet? https://arewep2pyet.com/
Chapters
00:00 Countdown
00:50 Welcome to the Office
03:24 Meet Karl Abbott
17:42 What's different about Matrix
24:44 Matrix Bridges
32:34 Element client
44:22 Location sharing, video, and more
01:00:19 Closing Thoughts
Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency
MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022. Special Guest: Karl Abbott.
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<p>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.</p>

<p>Eric&#39;s Website <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a><br>
YouTube Channel <a href="https://itguyeric.com/youtube" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/youtube</a><br>
Sponsor the IT Guy <a href="https://patreon.com/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Free Hive Agency: <a href="https://freehive.com" rel="nofollow">https://freehive.com</a><br>
Element: <a href="https://element.io" rel="nofollow">https://element.io</a><br>
Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.org</a></p>

<p>Karl Abbott (LinkedIn): <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-abbott/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-abbott/</a><br>
Karl on Matrix: @kabbott:matrix.org</p>

<p>XKCD on Standards: <a href="https://xkcd.com/927" rel="nofollow">https://xkcd.com/927</a><br>
Get Started with Element: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/beginners-guide-how-to-get-started-with-element-matrix/" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/beginners-guide-how-to-get-started-with-element-matrix/</a><br>
Finally Time to Ditch Email: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/finally-time-ditch-e-mail-karl-abbott/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/finally-time-ditch-e-mail-karl-abbott/</a><br>
Are We Peer2Peer Yet? <a href="https://arewep2pyet.com/" rel="nofollow">https://arewep2pyet.com/</a></p>

<p>Chapters<br>
00:00 Countdown<br>
00:50 Welcome to the Office<br>
03:24 Meet Karl Abbott<br>
17:42 What&#39;s different about Matrix<br>
24:44 Matrix Bridges<br>
32:34 Element client<br>
44:22 Location sharing, video, and more<br>
01:00:19 Closing Thoughts</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Karl Abbott.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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<hr>

<p>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.</p>

<p>Eric&#39;s Website <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a><br>
YouTube Channel <a href="https://itguyeric.com/youtube" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/youtube</a><br>
Sponsor the IT Guy <a href="https://patreon.com/itguyeric" rel="nofollow">https://patreon.com/itguyeric</a></p>

<p>Free Hive Agency: <a href="https://freehive.com" rel="nofollow">https://freehive.com</a><br>
Element: <a href="https://element.io" rel="nofollow">https://element.io</a><br>
Matrix: <a href="https://matrix.org" rel="nofollow">https://matrix.org</a></p>

<p>Karl Abbott (LinkedIn): <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-abbott/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-abbott/</a><br>
Karl on Matrix: @kabbott:matrix.org</p>

<p>XKCD on Standards: <a href="https://xkcd.com/927" rel="nofollow">https://xkcd.com/927</a><br>
Get Started with Element: <a href="https://itguyeric.com/beginners-guide-how-to-get-started-with-element-matrix/" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com/beginners-guide-how-to-get-started-with-element-matrix/</a><br>
Finally Time to Ditch Email: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/finally-time-ditch-e-mail-karl-abbott/" rel="nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/finally-time-ditch-e-mail-karl-abbott/</a><br>
Are We Peer2Peer Yet? <a href="https://arewep2pyet.com/" rel="nofollow">https://arewep2pyet.com/</a></p>

<p>Chapters<br>
00:00 Countdown<br>
00:50 Welcome to the Office<br>
03:24 Meet Karl Abbott<br>
17:42 What&#39;s different about Matrix<br>
24:44 Matrix Bridges<br>
32:34 Element client<br>
44:22 Location sharing, video, and more<br>
01:00:19 Closing Thoughts</p>

<hr>

<p>Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency</p>

<p>MoodMode. “Beautiful Acoustic Country Track.” Story Blocks, Songtrust, <a href="https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/beautiful-acoustic-country-trailer-bboydaqyvkhf01l87.html</a>. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.</p><p>Special Guest: Karl Abbott.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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<p>Eric&#39;s Website - <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>

<p>Eric&#39;s Website - <a href="https://itguyeric.com" rel="nofollow">https://itguyeric.com</a></p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/itguyeric">Support The IT Guy Show</a></p>]]>
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