Hello and welcome to The Nightly Sysadmin!
As a sysadmin, the workday doesn’t end when the clock strikes 5 PM. From late-night system updates to tackling surprise issues in the wee hours, being a sysadmin means staying vigilant and ready. That’s where this blog comes in.
The Nightly Sysadmin is my personal space to document my journey as I explore, experiment, and learn in my home lab. This blog is both a learning environment and a way to keep track of my projects, challenges, and successes as I dive deeper into the world of IT and DevOps.
Expect content that covers topics like:
• PowerShell Scripting: Automating tasks, managing AD, Exchange, and more.
• System Optimization: Making your infrastructure faster and more reliable.
• DevOps Tools: Exploring Docker containers, managing Git repositories, and orchestrating with Kubernetes.
• Troubleshooting Tales: Lessons learned from real-world scenarios.
• Tech Tips: Practical advice for sysadmins and tech enthusiasts.
Why The Nightly Sysadmin?
The name reflects the unsung heroism of sysadmins everywhere. But for me, it also represents the quiet hours I spend tinkering and learning in my home lab, where mistakes are welcome, and every day is an opportunity to grow.
This blog is for anyone on a similar journey—those who are new to the field, working on their skills, or just curious about what it takes to run and manage systems.
Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you’ll join me as I learn, build, and share my experiences.
Stay curious, stay caffeinated,
Alex Wardle
Your Nightly Sysadmin
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