The IT Guy in N.Y.

Muddy Study

2011-06-19T08:03:00.003-06:00

I was just part of interviews, and for the first time, i was on the other side.

It was absolutely fascinating. From the good and the bad, it was a real experience.

But it also made me feel that i need to get off my dumper and study new stuff.

But where o where do i begin!? from my research it seems knowing linux better than others can really be an asset, and while solaris is good, it may not have the longevity of other flavors.

ill have to ponder on this a bit more.

Sage Advice

2011-04-29T14:00:00.003-06:00

Well ill be darned. I'm actually employed. I honestly didn't see this coming, how sad is that?

And at a college too....my how the world turns. That's right folks, I'm now working at The Sage Colleges, troy campus, and so far, things are going great. The people are professional, yet nice and relaxed, and best of all, the management actually backs you up.

We will see how this goes, but so far, so good.

On and on again

2010-12-06T21:58:00.002-07:00

Ah, new work. After so many new jobs, working some for only a couple of days, i swear I'm beginning to feel like Mike Rowe on "dirty jobs", since I'm always the new guy.

Right now, I'm working at "Momentive" which is apparently the old GE chemical plant in waterford, ny. Its huge, dangerous, and very industrial : I love it.

As for the future, god only knows, and hes pretty smart, or so i here.

Contract Conquerer

2010-11-28T19:03:00.002-07:00

Hi yall, its been a while, but while studying for certifications, i came upon a job at the blue cross/blue shield building, for Wellpoint, via Dell. Its not gonna last apparently, since the project i was ment for got scrapped, but i might have something set up for Momentus, and it wouldnt really change my commute time all that much.

contracts are a funny business, and not the ha ha way. just a thought.

Filled With Glee at GE

2010-05-10T13:38:00.003-06:00

Yup, working for GE now, well, technically a contractor for GE, but i deal with scientists every day that will more than likely change the world.

but of course, they need their computers first.

that's where i come in.

everyone needs a computer, even if you don't know it yet.

ah well, hopefully they will keep me on, if not, oh well.

Time and time again

2010-01-20T10:43:00.002-07:00

Oh boy, here it is, my birthday.

*sigh*.

24, while being pretty awesome, still doesnt allow me to rent a damn car, and somehow feels closer to 30 than i care to feel. but to think, only 6 years from now, i was 18, stupid (like everyone else who was ever 18), and just going to college. wow, what a trip it has been. and in another 6 years, i will be 30, amazing what 6 years can do, good or bad, to a person.

just some food for thought.

stay focused folks.

Employee Extraordinare

2010-01-17T19:32:00.002-07:00

It has just occurred to me that other than friends, potential employers might grace this blog with their presence, and to that point, it would behoove me to make my resume available, and maybe even the other nice little profiles ive accumulated over these past years.

so, with that in mind, here is the latest RESUME

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2010-01-02T19:58:00.002-07:00

thats right folks, its a new year, a new decade, but according to the mayans, we only got 2 years left, so lets make it good.

stil on the job hunt, i can do contract work for now, but i got plans to make it to system admin, so im out to get a permanent job i can grow into.

so to everyone else out there on the job hunt, GET ER DONE!

Im in a New York State of mind

2009-12-17T13:31:00.002-07:00

oh geez, back to the hometown damn near. No more Idaho, which is good and bad, just have to get used to the NY attitude and getting cut and flipped off. its nostalgia really.

IT pro willing to work for cheap (by comparison), feel free to contact me for a simple repair, or a many month project, im kinda up for anything because im anchorless at the moment. thank god i study, or the computer world would be passing me by :)

Job Woes in Idaho

2009-10-10T00:29:00.001-06:00

I admit it. I do love it here in Idaho, Ive only been here a combined year basically, and i just love it. i love all the outdoor activities here.

but...

i hate the complete lack of tech jobs, i get contract jobs that last a day sure, but no truly major companies that can hire people like me on the long term, and since i might be moving back east, im starting to wonder if that's a good thing for me in the long run.

ah well, maybe i will be here long enough to find a job, or either get my ass back here when i get the money later in life.

Damn nifty programs

2009-08-20T05:42:00.004-06:00

It occurs to me that the one big hurdle when helping locals fix computers is trust. Especially when they are unsure of new technology, and maybe a bit older.

Thats one of the reasons im putting my full support in TEAMVIEWER. its just perfect for those who need remote help or files, but are afraid of new tech.

The brilliant part of teamviewer is that it creates a user id and password for each session, that you can just tell your partner when the time comes, and since it will change the next time, this prevents the helper party from using the computer when they arent there.

just beautiful.

check it out. now.

Welcome

2009-08-19T07:34:00.002-06:00

Hello everyone, this is the new blog of Adam Starnes, and while not perfect, it soon will be. I may or may not be moving pretty soon, but all i can guarantee that all that is there is what i take with me.

but if you need your computer fixed, give me a buzz