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Feb 2024
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#293 Joshua Duffney over-pivoted to succ...

Timothée Bourguignon
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Have you ever wondered how a passion for video games might ignite a career in the high-stakes world of tech? Joshua Duffney, Microsoft's cloud advocate extraordinaire, joins us to share his incredible transformation from teenage gamer to industry expert. Our conversation delves into the nuances of his technical odyssey, starting with a Christmas gift that launched his journey into computer networking and the significance of mentorship in carving out a successful path in technology.

This episode takes you through the trenches of tech support to the cutting-edge of DevOps, as Joshua recounts the shift from help desk to system engineering. He opens up about the game-changing impact of PowerShell scripting on his career trajectory and provides candid insights into the art of translating tech-speak for the everyday user. We revel in tales of networking challenges and server upgrades, and the pivotal moments that propelled him from daily user frustrations to orchestrating the complex ballet of system automation.

As Joshua reflects on his career pivots—from a senior role at Stack Overflow to technical writing and advocacy at Microsoft—we explore the delicate balance between deepening technical knowledge and having a broader influence through mentoring and creation. We navigate the ambiguous waters of senior positions and uncover strategies for handling the restlessness that comes with them. The conversation also illuminates the intricate dance of online teaching and content creation, combining personal anecdotes with practical advice for those looking to make an impact in the tech community. Join us for an inspiring episode that charts the relentless pursuit of knowledge in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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