December 2018 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

TechWeek Summary Report and Presentations
by Kevin G. Chege 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Kevin G. Chege <kevin.chege(a)gmail.com> Date: Mon, Dec 24, 2018, 9:26 AM Subject: TechWeek Summary Report and Presentations To: Skunkworks Forum <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Hi all, I trust you are all well. The TechWeek Event was a 2 day event held on the 1st and 5th of December 2018 at the iHub in Nairobi. The event was co-organized by individuals from the Fireside Group, Seacom and the Internet Society and attracted 70 participants. Below is a brief summary of the event. *About TechWeek* TechWeek aims to provide a platform for experienced engineers in the fields of Network Integration, Network Engineering, Internet and Cloud Services to share their knowledge, challenges and ideas with their peers and also with upcoming engineers who may wish to pursue similar career paths. The event was split into two days: a Bootcamp Day and a Conference Day which were both held at the iHub. The Bootcamp covered introductory topics on areas such as routing, network integration, cloud and Internet services. The Conference day consisted of similar topics but covered at a higher level. Some of the highlights of the conference day included a working demonstration of IPv6 on a mobile network, presentations on high speed fibre networks, security and automation principles, and various modern storage and virtualization solutions in use today by various cloud providers in Kenya. *Presentations* The presentations from the event can be found here: https://www.techweek.co.ke. *Attendance* The TechWeek event attracted 70 attendees over the two days from the following backgrounds: *Bootcamp Day – 1st December 2018* *Conference Day – 5th December 2018* [image: cid:image001.png@01D4991C.C83B23C0] [image: cid:image002.png@01D4991C.C83B23C0] *Feedback* Feedback for the event has been positive as per the following feedback: *Bootcamp – 4.15 out of 5 stars* *Conference Day feedback from one of the sessions (average 4.25 out of 5 stars for all sessions)* [image: cid:image003.png@01D4991C.C83B23C0] [image: cid:image004.png@01D4991C.C83B23C0] The participants identified the following areas for improvement for the both the TechWeek Bootcamp and the Conference days: - More days/time for in order to allow more for more topics to be covered - Better time management to allow sessions starting and ending in time Participants were asked on how frequently they think the TechWeek event should be held. Below is the feedback: [image: cid:image005.png@01D4991C.C83B23C0] *Sponsors* Six companies/organizations supported this first event. They were: The iHub, ExtraDimensions, NodeAfrica, FireSide Group, Seacom and the Internet Society. *Organizers* Simon Mayoye (Seacom) Mercy Guthua (Fireside Group) Rebecca Wanjiku (Fireside Group) Kevin G. Chege (ISOC) We wish you all Happy Holidays. Kind Regards Kevin G. Chege TechWeek Organizing Team

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Skunkworks KE - Looking into the future
by Odhiambo Washington 30 Jan '19

30 Jan '19

Oye! The skunkworks domain name has been in existence since 28th March 2006. That's 12 years of community collaboration.. We also need to ensure continuity of the same by letting younger skunks (SkunksNg) to assume control over the server and domain and mentor other Kenyan techies to continue with this spirit that has been kept alive for years by 1st generation ICT techies (tech enthusiasts). I'm proposing that we mark this milestone by giving 20 email addresses @ my.co.ke to the most active skunks. We'll need a few to be nominated to be server admins as well. I have recently updated/migrated the server from Debian Wheezy to Ubuntu Bionic Beaver. Nominations are welcome. Ideas to move forward with the community into the future are also welcome.

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Test 2
by Odhiambo Washington 04 Jan '19

04 Jan '19

Test2 -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 "Oh, the cruft.", grep ^[^#] :-)

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FXS Gateway (analog to IP)
by Brian L 25 Dec '18

25 Dec '18

@here Apart from redstar & formerly coast data. I am looking for 8 port FXS gateways. Kindly any pointers are highly appreciated. Thanks. -- Lusiola Brian |3 R 1 /-\ |\|

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Test 3
by Odhiambo Washington 23 Dec '18

23 Dec '18

Test 3 -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 "Oh, the cruft.", grep ^[^#] :-)

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Looking for Experienced IT Auditor
by Eric Mwania 20 Dec '18

20 Dec '18

Hi Skunks, I am looking for experienced IT Lead auditor for the below scope , He will be allowed to bring in at least 5 - 6 consultants in the areas below . kindly recommend or get in touch Applications Databases Operating Systems Virtual Platforms Network Infrastructure Physical Security Anti Malware Vulnerability Management Software Development User Awareness Change Management Disaster Recovery Data Protection Vendor Management Asset Management Incident Management Security of Systems Hardware -- Eric Mwania

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Sales in start up ISP
by Emmanuel 16 Dec '18

16 Dec '18

A start up ISP needs a sales manager. If you know of a friend experienced in isp sales and not currently working please as them to inbox me with CV.

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Testing - Please ignore
by Odhiambo Washington 16 Dec '18

16 Dec '18

Testing after migration. Please ignore. -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254 7 3200 0004/+254 7 2274 3223 "Oh, the cruft."

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Sophos Certified Installer
by Maisiba Bravo 07 Dec '18

07 Dec '18

Looking for a Sophos Certified Installer for a minor job. Candidate MUST understand VPN configurations. Regards, Bravo

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Help Desk & Change Management Application
by Peter Mugoh 07 Dec '18

07 Dec '18

Skunks, I have a client who is looking for an application (preferably Web-based) which can be able to support *Help Desk *and* Change Management.* Hit me up with the quotes. *Perpetual Licensing* will be given preference. Thanks and regards, Peter Mugoh

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Lenovo Yoga 13 Replacement Body
by Dennis Kioko 05 Dec '18

05 Dec '18

I'm looking for replacement external casing for the Lenovo Yoga 13 (Note, *not* the Yoga 2). Anyone know where I can get these in Nairobi? The hinge became stiff and broke both the upper and lower shells. I've attached photos for a better visual.

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Re: [Skunkworks] Job Description for Digital Programme Officer Kenya
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 04 Dec '18

04 Dec '18

Dear All, Please find here the link for a Job Description for the position of Digital Programme Officer Kenya: https://article.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=c4cfaac1-c884-49… Please share widely with your networks. -- Best Regards, Ephraim Percy Kenyanito Team Digital *ARTICLE 19 EASTERN AFRICA * *DEFENDING FREEDOM **OF EXPRESSION AND INFORMATION* W _https://www.article19.org/regional-office/eastern-africa/ _Tw @article19eafric Fa _facebook.com/article19org <http://facebook.com/article19org> _PGP Fingerprint: B0FA394AF73DEB7AA1FDC7360CFED26DE6BA8DC1

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TechWeek Conference - tomorrow, 5th of December, Nairobi, 2018 - Agenda
by Kevin G. Chege 04 Dec '18

04 Dec '18

Greetings, Below is the working* agenda* and venue information. Thanks to those who have confirmed attendance. Some slots are still available and if you can register using this link if you would like to attend tomorrow's event: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P3RMJ3F *Venue*: iHub Offices, Senteu Plaza, 6th Floor *Date*: 5th December 2018 *Time:* 8am to 6pm *Agenda* *8am – 8.30am – Registration* 1. *Session 1: 8.30AM to 9.30am: - Panel with Networking Pioneers* - Nyagitari Bosire (Safaricom) - Steve Muchai (Ericsson) - Michuki Mwangi (ISOC) - Riyaz Bachani (Angani) *Session 2: 9.30AM to 10.30AM Network Integrators* - - Implementing Fiber Networks in Kenya - *Barry Apudo (FON)* - Implementing a 40Gbps and 10Gbps Core Network - *Hillary Cheserek (KENET)* *TEA BREAK* *2.* *Session 3: 11am to 1pm: Network Engineering -* 1. - IPv6 Design and Implementation at Safaricom - *Samuel Miruka* *(Safaricom)* - Network Automation - *Michelle Opiyo (Workonline)* - Operating a Global Scale IP Network & Peering - *Simon Mayoye (SEACOM)* - The future of Network Integration - *Ernest Wambari (Techminds)* *LUNCH* 3. *Session 4: 2pm to 3.30pm Internet Services* 1. - System Automation at Internet Solutions - *Sam Oduor (Internet Solutions)* - Securing Internet Services - Dos and Dont’s - *Tyrus Kamau (* *Euclid Consultancy) * *TEA BREAK* 4. *Session 5: 4pm to 5.30pm *Data Centre & Storage Solutions 1. - Angani Cloud - *Riyaz Bachani (Angani)* - Ganeti Virtual Machine Cluster in Production - *Hezron Mwangi (KENET)* - Node Africa Cloud - *Brian Muita - (Node Africa)* *5.* *Wrap-up Session: 5.30pm to 6pm* 1. - Peering Personals - Key Internet Bodies - Vote of Thanks Kind Regards On Wed, Nov 21, 2018, 12:54 PM Kevin G. Chege <kevin.chege(a)gmail.com wrote: > Hi all, > > If you are an engineer in the field of Networking, Data storage, and or > Internet Services (DNS, Email, Web, etc), Fireside Group, SEACOM and ISOC > are putting together a two day event that may be of interest. > > TechWeek aims to offer a platform for experienced engineers in the > respective fields to share their knowledge, challenges and ideas with their > peers and also with upcoming engineers who may wish to pursue similar > career paths. > > Registration and more info here: > > https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P3RMJ3F > > Registration closes on the 28th of November - or when slots are filled up. > > >

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Lenovo Yoga 13 Replacement Case
by Dennis Kioko 03 Dec '18

03 Dec '18

I'm looking for replacement external casing for the Lenovo Yoga 13 (Note, *not* the Yoga 2). Anyone know where I can get these in Nairobi? The hinge became stiff and broke both the upper and lower shells. I've linked photos for a better visual. https://photos.app.goo.gl/7Sj7HeyXvXNWzSiP8

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