August 2013 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

Video streaming provider in Kenya
by John Matogo 22 Aug '13

22 Aug '13

Greetings colleagues. I am looking for a streaming provider in Kenya. Any pointers on service providers for me? You can send me feedback offline. Regards, John Matogo -- Note: All emails sent from Strathmore University are subject to Strathmore's Email Terms & Conditions. Please click here<http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=184>to read the policy. "Visit our Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/StrathmoreUniversity>Page and Twitter <https://twitter.com/StrathU>Account".

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Advert: Domains @Kshs 700
by Anthony Tai 22 Aug '13

22 Aug '13

Good morning, I have domains (.com. .net or .org) at Kshs. 700 and renewals for the same going at the same price. Kindly contact me offlist if you are interested. Thank you. Regards -- Anthony Tai "A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination."

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Looking for techie with Honeywell security gear experience
by Steve Muchai 22 Aug '13

22 Aug '13

Hi guys and gals, A pal is managing the installation of a HoneyWell integrated security solution driven by MaxPro VMS and Pro Watch. The plan is to have centralised management of CCTV/Access Control and Alarms at 18 different locations over a WAN. There is a mix of existing analog/IP CCTV, proximity and biometric access control systems. Part of the solution also involves installation of Guard Clocking solution from HoneyWell. He's looking for a lead project engineer who's got experience with HoneyWell gear. If you fit the bill kindly ping me offlist and I'll hook you up. Regards, Steve -- This message represents the official view of the voices in my head.

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Government website inspiration
by Gichingiri Kuria 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

Anyone there building (county) government websites? Here's some inspiration - http://portal.ehawaii.gov/ -- Gichingiri Kuria

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IP issues
by Okechukwu 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

Hi All, Am having an issue that has perplexed me so much am now doubting my entire IP knowledge. I have to also say that I have done this setup a numerous amount of times before. I have a server for monitoring (cacti) and slots well with a public IP address A.A.A.A working fine and monitoring all devices perfectly. I have a separate management VLAN on a different switch with all private IP's 192.168.10.0/24. Now, what baffling me is that immediately I assigned the second network interface of the server to this private IP VLAN, my server loses all incoming connections to its public IP A.A.A.A although the server itself can go out and access all other services (Internet, SNMP) perfectly. Maybe its something am missing, but this has stuck with me since Thursday last week! Anyone with any pointers? ./Ok3ch

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[ANN] devops and other positions in Nairobi
by Adam Nelson 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

Hello All, I've already reached out to some of you regarding the fact that Kili, a startup cloud infrastructure company built on OpenStack, is finally in a position to hire. Here is some information about the open positions. Feel free to forward this email to friends. Cheers, Adam --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- # Open Team Positions Kili is a funded startup focused on building cloud infrastructure to help local developers focused on East Africa to deploy their apps close to their end-users. We are building this solution to support fast, high quality apps that are the future of the economy. We will be a core part of the startup ecosystem in Nairobi and anybody who joins the team will find this to be one of the most edifying roles of their career. Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Adam Nelson ( adam(a)kili.io) Plain text with minimal formatting is fine and the primary focus is on a well-written explanation of what you will bring to the team. Anybody who sends a cover letter will get a response. ### Front-end Web Developer Integrating Bootstrap themes, editing LESS or Sass files, doing the latest things with HTML5 or CSS3 … these things should excite you. We'll NEVER make you support IE9 or any old-fashioned garbage like that. You're going to focus on highly refined responsive designs that delight the customer. This position leans towards design so if you have a background in typography, or color theory, or fine arts - those are all pluses. ### Python Developer Writing extensible code, deploying every day, working on a high quality codebase … these things should excite you. We'll NEVER make you develop low quality code and pair programming will be part of the process. This position absolutely requires knowledge of UNIX fundamentals and comfort on the CLI. You will learn a ton more about working effectively on the command line and managing Linux but it's expected that you are already proficient in these areas. Interest in other languages like Go is a plus. ### DevOps Engineer Deploying systems via a configuration management solution, managing Linux kernel versions, juggling network interfaces and VLANs … these things should excite you. We'll NEVER make you work on a 3 year old OS or jump through hoops to backport a fix that's already been addressed in a current stable release. We're forward thinking and want you to be too. It goes without say that the successful candidate for this position will be spending virtually all of their time in a Linux terminal or a text editor. Advanced knowledge of Linux and storage concepts is critical. If you don't have this knowledge but are extremely confident that you can learn quickly, let us know. ### Choose Your Own Position We can't do it alone. If you have a special background, aren't capable of filling the other roles, and feel that you can bring something to the team, let us know. You could be the one who acts as a catalyst for the rest of us. You should definitely apply to join - it might just be a great partnership. ## Benefits We work in one of the best and newest spaces for tech work in Nairobi (88mph) and aside from being part of an amazing startup team, you will also benefit from the larger community here with regular startup mentors giving talks as well as many other startup teams with which you can interact and learn. You will also be supplied with a budget for high quality gear so you can get high quality work done. All team members will be expected to contribute back to the community via open source projects, speaking at events, and contributing to the company blog. -- Kili.io - OpenStack for Africa: kili.io Musings: twitter.com/varud <https://twitter.com/varud> About Adam: www.linkedin.com/in/adamcnelson

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URGENT NEED FOR PAYROLL SOFTWARE
by nadhir mohamed 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

If you have a KRA approved payroll software that can be customised to: includes casuals who are paid weekly with different rates includes deductions like NSSF,PAYEE,NHIF,ABSENTISM, ETC -- KINDLY CONTACT ME WITHIN TODAY *MOHAMED AHMED NADHIR Web and applications developer Email:nadhir67@gmail.com nadhir(a)diinulislam.com Tel: 072125 9765 *

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Help on WiMax thing
by Kinpro Computers-All IT soutions 20 Aug '13

20 Aug '13

Hi skunks Anyone with experience with WiMax.Kind of a novice....Like coverage of unlicensed frequencies, max distance to connect 2 points.Available devices and suppliers in Kenya would be of helpful. I am looking for a way to exploit the technology if affordable.Heard something like LTE is more for big network Service providers,and is more promising for long term investment. I would appreciate any of your contribution (offlist/onlist). -- Regards, Nicholas Peter.* Kinpro Computers.*

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Lipisha
by Anthony Tai 20 Aug '13

20 Aug '13

Hi Skunkers, Does anyone have any experience with Lipisha (www.lipisha.com)? Thank you. Regards -- Anthony Tai "A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination."

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SIP Trunk Providers - KE
by Odhiambo Washington 20 Aug '13

20 Aug '13

I have been meaning to post this, but kept forgetting (or procrastinating). I did get SIP Trunks from Iway Africa. The service is managed by one, Vincent Thuo who, IMHO, offers excellent service & support. The guy understands his game, I must say. My Internet connection is with Access Kenya, but that does not affect the quality of the voice, both local and International. The monthly fees are quite reasonable (well, I don't have anyone else locally to compare with) and the destination charges too seem reasonable to me. Well, charges aside, the service is super. Running without hitches. -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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