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Evolution of a Sys Admin in the World of Linux
This chapter follows the speaker's journey from text-based games to becoming a sys admin, emphasizing their passion for Linux and the challenges faced in managing servers without adequate security measures. It delves into the speaker's experience at WebMD during the late 90s, discussing the technological landscape, system deployments for high-traffic websites, and the evolution of version control systems. The narrative also includes techie anecdotes like an unsuccessful server upgrade leading to a relationship mishap and reflections on working at a company during the dot-com bubble burst period.