About

šŸ‘‹ Hello, I’m Vikas Pogu

I’m a passionate technologist with over 13 years of experience in software development and enterprise architecture. Currently serving as a Consulting Architect at Red Hat, I help enterprise organizations modernize their infrastructure and embrace cloud-native technologies.

šŸ’¼ Professional Journey

My career spans diverse technology landscapes, from traditional enterprise applications to modern cloud-native solutions. At Red Hat, I specialize in:

  • Platform Engineering: OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container orchestration
  • Automation & DevOps: Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code
  • Application Modernization: Helping organizations transition to microservices and cloud-native architectures
  • Developer Experience: Streamlining development workflows and tooling

šŸ›  Technical Expertise

Programming Languages

  • Java - Advanced proficiency with enterprise frameworks
  • Golang - Intermediate to advanced, focusing on cloud-native applications
  • JavaScript - Modern web development and Node.js

Cloud & Infrastructure

  • Container Platforms: OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker
  • Public Cloud: AWS, Microsoft Azure
  • Infrastructure as Code: Ansible, Terraform

DevOps & Automation

  • GitOps: FluxCD, ArgoCD for continuous delivery
  • CI/CD: TektonCD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions
  • Package Management: Helm, Operator Framework
  • Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, logging stacks

Data & Integration

  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis
  • Messaging: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ
  • API Development: REST, GraphQL, gRPC

šŸ  Home Lab Adventures

When I’m not architecting enterprise solutions, you’ll find me experimenting in my home lab. This personal playground allows me to:

  • Test cutting-edge technologies before they hit production
  • Run self-hosted services and applications
  • Experiment with IoT devices and home automation
  • Document learnings that often translate to professional insights

My home lab serves as both a testing ground for new concepts and a source of practical content for this blog.

šŸ“ Why This Blog?

This space chronicles my journey through both enterprise and personal technology projects. Whether you’re looking to:

  • Learn about enterprise cloud technologies
  • Implement DevOps practices in your organization
  • Explore home lab setups and self-hosting
  • Stay updated on cloud-native trends

You’ll find practical insights, tutorials, and real-world experiences shared here.

Ready to dive in? Check out my latest posts or connect with me to discuss your technology challenges.