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From SysAdmin to Platform Engineer with Steve Buchanan

Mar 20, 2024
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Steve Buchanan
Steve Buchanan discusses transitioning from a SysAdmin to a Platform Engineer, focusing on building resilient platforms using tools like Chaos Studio and Kubernetes. The conversation explores the evolution of technologies, automation in deployment processes, and the role of AI in enhancing platform engineering.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Transition to Platform Engineering at Microsoft
03:18 • 8min
3
Evolution of Technologies in File Services and Active Directory on Windows Servers
11:29 • 9min
4
Transitioning from SysAdmin to Platform Engineer and Embracing Tools for App Resiliency
20:49 • 3min
5
Adapting to the Dynamic Tech Industry Landscape
23:54 • 7min
6
Evolution from GUI to PowerShell and the Convenience of Code Spaces
31:17 • 2min
7
Streamlining Deployment Processes for Developer Efficiency
33:08 • 6min
8
Exploring the Role of AI in Enhancing Platform Engineering
38:56 • 3min