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Hi, I'm Harley!
IT Technician of 9 years turned engineer. Primary skills in Linux, Python, and PowerShell. Secondary skills in Gaming, Music, and doom-scrolling on social media.
Work History
Paving the Path
2012-2016
Full Time Student
After graduating from high school, I attended community college while working part-time to support my studies. I gained IT experience at my family’s company and worked at a local car wash, progressing from detailer to sales and training for an assistant manager position. Just as I was preparing for the assistant manager role, I accepted an opportunity to work as a technician in the corporate sector.
2016-2021
Full Time Technician
Throughout my career, I've worked in both the corporate and education sectors, most notably as a Campus Support Technician for a school district. I managed multiple campuses, overseeing inventory, technology equipment, projects, and semi-annual maintenance. While preparing to become a lead technician, a new opportunity arose, leading me to a different career path.
2021-2024
Desktop Engineer
An international company selected me to join their team as an engineer, focusing on enhancing the end-user experience. My role has expanded to include scripting, automation, Apple Device Management, programming, project management, and server administration. Most of my time is dedicated to projects and improving end-user experiences.
2024-Present
IT Operations Engineer
Hand-picked for a career-advancing role, I made the exciting move from Dallas to New York City to join a prominent private sector company. While I can't share specific details, my work encompasses collaboration, scripting, enhancing the end-user experience, networking, security, and more. This opportunity has allowed me to bring my expertise to a dynamic new environment and make a significant impact.
Latest Posts
My Thoughts on Paper.
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Zoxide: The Versatile Directory Navigation Tool
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Effective Logging with Graylog
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Running Your Own Private ChatGPT with Ollama
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Raspberry Pi Setup
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