Idrees D.
About Idrees D.
Idrees D. is a DevOps Engineer with experience at Ocelot Consulting and Verifone, specializing in cloud engineering and automation. He holds degrees in Political Science and Computer Science and has expertise in various DevOps tools and methodologies.
Work at Ocelot Consulting
Idrees D. has been employed at Ocelot Consulting as a DevOps Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the efficiency of development operations through the use of various DevOps tools and methodologies. His work involves integrating micro-services and automating tasks to streamline processes. He has contributed to the overall project delivery by employing Agile methodologies, which facilitate better collaboration and faster results.
Previous Experience in DevOps Engineering
Before joining Ocelot Consulting, Idrees D. worked at Verifone as a DevOps Engineer for one year, from 2020 to 2021. He also served at the Aga Khan Development Network, where he held two positions: first as a System Engineer from 2016 to 2017 and then as a DevOps Engineer from 2017 to 2019. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a solid foundation in cloud engineering and DevOps practices.
Education and Expertise
Idrees D. holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a minor in Computer Science from Bard College, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He also completed a program in Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing at the University of Missouri-Saint Louis in 2019. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Computer Science from the American University of Central Asia during the same period. His educational background supports his technical skills in scripting and cloud engineering.
Technical Skills and Tools
Idrees D. possesses expertise in integrating micro-services using various DevOps tools. He is skilled in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell, which he utilizes for automation tasks. His technical proficiency extends to a diverse tech stack that includes AWS, GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins. This skill set enables him to effectively manage and optimize cloud environments.
Contributions to Open Source Projects
Idrees D. has contributed to open source projects that focus on the automation and integration of DevOps tools. His involvement in these projects reflects his commitment to enhancing the DevOps community and improving operational efficiencies through collaborative efforts.