In this episode, we sit down with Arnaud Pain, a French independent consultant and accomplished EUC Architect. Arnaud shares his journey from IBM to becoming a leading enterprise solutions architect with over 20 years of IT consulting experience. He discusses his recognition as a Citrix CTP (2019–2024) and VMware vExpert (2018–2022), along with his expertise in building and utilizing lab environments for innovation and troubleshooting.

Throughout the conversation, Arnaud discusses:

Career Path and Experience

• Starting at IBM and transitioning to independent consulting.
• Leading key projects, such as migrating NetScaler VPX from SDX to ESX.
• Addressing challenges posed by Citrix licensing changes.

Professional Skills and Insights

• The importance of maintaining a lab environment for testing and troubleshooting.
• Emphasizing flexibility and adaptability in the IT profession.

Work-Life Balance

• Balancing a successful IT career with his hobbies of traveling and photography.
• Insights from his recent six-month RV trips around the United States.

Tune in to gain insights from a seasoned expert and learn about practical approaches to complex IT challenges in Citrix, VMware, and beyond.

Connect with Arnaud:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnaudpain/
• Blog: https://arnaudpain.com
• Email: arnaud.pain@arnaud.biz

Featured Articles:

• Citrix Provisioning on Windows Server Core
• Citrix VDA Upgrade Service PowerShell Commands
• Deployment Guide for Migrating Citrix VAD to Azure
• Tech Paper on Communication Ports Used by Citrix Technologies

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In this episode, we sit down with Juliano Reckziegel, founder of Genius Consulting and a true expert in NetScaler technology. Juliano shares his journey from Brazil to becoming a leading Solutions Architect, discussing his time at Citrix and the evolution of NetScaler, where he went from a beginner to a master in the field. He provides valuable insights into hands-on learning, lab environments, and leveraging AI for efficiency in today’s IT landscape.

Throughout the conversation, Juliano discusses:

• Career Path and Experience
• Transition from early IT roles in Brazil to Citrix in the U.S.
• Growth in NetScaler expertise, from novice to expert
• Key Approaches to Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
• Advice for Aspiring Architects on Communication and Customer Needs

Tune in to gain insights from a seasoned expert and learn about practical approaches to complex IT challenges in the realm of NetScaler and beyond.

Connect with Juliano:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianoreckziegel/
• Genius Consulting Website: https://geniusconsulting.net
• Free Micro-Assessment: https://geniusconsulting.net/micro-assessment/
• Genius Consulting LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/genius-consulting-group
• Lessons from the Field: Active-Active Connection Proxy NetScaler GSLB: https://geniusconsulting.net/lessons-from-the-field-active-active-connection-proxy-netscaler-gslb/

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Chinault, a seasoned Cloud Architect and Engineer with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. We explore Chris’s career journey, from his early days considering a career in physical therapy to his decision to pursue technology. He shares insights on his progression through roles in help desk, hardware, networking, and engineering, leading to his expertise as a Solutions Architect.

Throughout the conversation, Chris discusses:

• Career Path and Experience
• Transition from Physical Therapy as a career to IT
• Key Projects and Challenges in Government Cloud Deployments
• Advice for Aspiring Architects and Navigating Post-Pandemic IT

Tune in to gain valuable insights from an industry veteran and learn about the evolving landscape of cloud architecture.

Connect with Chris:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-chinault-ba891739
• Email: chris@chinault.net

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• TheSAEP.com
• jesseboehm.com

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