# About this site April 23, 2025 #personal #career These are the notes for *[char.blog](https://char.blog)*. I work as a technical consultant and researcher working on infrastructure, machine learning, and security. In my day-to-day work at a Managed Service Provider (MSP), I operate as a generalist with deep expertise in designing and implementing infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and Identity and Access Management (IAM). My journey into technology was driven by a lifelong passion rather than formal higher education, leading to a practical, hands-on approach. I help run the [[London Networking Coffee Club]] (20+ members). Network engineering sounds like a mundane and boring topic, but it's actually pretty esoteric and interesting when applied on a global scale, it's the backbone of how today's society communicates and operates, yet there's not many young developers engaged in the topic. Our goal is to spark interest and channel resources into the topic. I actively participate in various online communities, forums, and mailing lists for various technical subjects under a multitude of pseudonyms and have volunteered for over 10 years in a technical capacity for a national communications service. I enjoy reading non-fiction and manga, brewing coffee, or playing games (MOBA/FPS). ## Chatting I enjoy engaging with new people about technology or any other topic of interest. - Email: Feel free to reach out directly at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). - In Person: If you're in or visiting the London area, let me know, I'm always open to meeting for coffee. - PGP Key: ([mirror-1](https://gist.github.com/name/07efd0559c0cddfce649fee22eaac0a9); fingerprint: `FD993AD5D13D36C8E861B7CEFA85B89FB7A50FAA`). For inquiries relating to a network I manage or control, please send an email to my email listed on the respective WHOIS contact. If it's a P1 emergency, you can email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).