James Laverack
@jamesl.bsky.social
Kubernetes, Cilium, and eBPF 🐝 | Technical Author 📚 | Bisexual 🩷💜💙 | ADHD 🧠 | Former K8s Release Team 🛳️
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I'm giving away TEN Collector Booster Boxes of Lorwyn Eclipsed!
I'm giving TEN PEOPLE each one box of Collector Boosters from Lorwyn as a thank you for donating to Trans Lifeline!
Just donate in multiples of $4.00 to @translifeline.org until Feb 7 at 10am PST!
Donate--> give.translifeline.org/tcc
I'm giving TEN PEOPLE each one box of Collector Boosters from Lorwyn as a thank you for donating to Trans Lifeline!
Just donate in multiples of $4.00 to @translifeline.org until Feb 7 at 10am PST!
Donate--> give.translifeline.org/tcc
February 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
I'm giving away TEN Collector Booster Boxes of Lorwyn Eclipsed!
I'm giving TEN PEOPLE each one box of Collector Boosters from Lorwyn as a thank you for donating to Trans Lifeline!
Just donate in multiples of $4.00 to @translifeline.org until Feb 7 at 10am PST!
Donate--> give.translifeline.org/tcc
I'm giving TEN PEOPLE each one box of Collector Boosters from Lorwyn as a thank you for donating to Trans Lifeline!
Just donate in multiples of $4.00 to @translifeline.org until Feb 7 at 10am PST!
Donate--> give.translifeline.org/tcc
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I'm still writing code the hard way. I'm slow. I like to think critically about every line of code and fiddle with variable names until everything looks right. I treat code as a liability and try to ship only what's necessary.
It's hard to imagine writing code any other way.
It's hard to imagine writing code any other way.
February 1, 2026 at 2:52 AM
I'm still writing code the hard way. I'm slow. I like to think critically about every line of code and fiddle with variable names until everything looks right. I treat code as a liability and try to ship only what's necessary.
It's hard to imagine writing code any other way.
It's hard to imagine writing code any other way.
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Joint statement from Kubernetes Steering and Security Response Committees: In March 2026, Kubernetes will retire Ingress NGINX, a piece of critical infrastructure for about half of cloud native environments. This is an emergency. Please pay attention.
kubernetes.io/blog/2026/01...
kubernetes.io/blog/2026/01...
Ingress NGINX: Statement from the Kubernetes Steering and Security Response Committees
In March 2026, Kubernetes will retire Ingress NGINX, a piece of critical infrastructure for about half of cloud native environments. The retirement of Ingress NGINX was announced for March 2026, after...
kubernetes.io
January 29, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Joint statement from Kubernetes Steering and Security Response Committees: In March 2026, Kubernetes will retire Ingress NGINX, a piece of critical infrastructure for about half of cloud native environments. This is an emergency. Please pay attention.
kubernetes.io/blog/2026/01...
kubernetes.io/blog/2026/01...
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BREAKING: Free AI training will be offered to every adult in the UK, with short courses to teach people how to use simple AI tools effectively in the workplace.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall tells #BBCBreakfast about the scheme
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall tells #BBCBreakfast about the scheme
January 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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The biggest problem with “Gas Town” is that it’s an absolutely hilarious satire of everything fundamentally broken with using LLMs in software engineering that, for some reason, people seem to be taking seriously.
January 27, 2026 at 10:35 AM
The biggest problem with “Gas Town” is that it’s an absolutely hilarious satire of everything fundamentally broken with using LLMs in software engineering that, for some reason, people seem to be taking seriously.
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CONTINUE TELLING EVERYONE YOU KNOW THAT AI IS THE STUPIDEST SHIT EVER
IT IS WORKING
CONTINUE TO MAKE ART YOURSELF
CONTINUE TO WRITE THINGS THAT INSPIRE YOU
THE WHOLE POINT OF BEING ALIVE IS TO CREATE COOL SHIT
AI STRIPS US OF THE POINT OF BEING HUMAN
IT IS WORKING
CONTINUE TO MAKE ART YOURSELF
CONTINUE TO WRITE THINGS THAT INSPIRE YOU
THE WHOLE POINT OF BEING ALIVE IS TO CREATE COOL SHIT
AI STRIPS US OF THE POINT OF BEING HUMAN
AI boom could falter without wider adoption, Microsoft chief Satya Nadella warns
AI boom could falter without wider adoption, Microsoft chief Satya Nadella warns
Big tech boss tells delegates at Davos that broader global use is essential if technology is to deliver lasting growth
www.irishtimes.com
January 20, 2026 at 10:17 PM
CONTINUE TELLING EVERYONE YOU KNOW THAT AI IS THE STUPIDEST SHIT EVER
IT IS WORKING
CONTINUE TO MAKE ART YOURSELF
CONTINUE TO WRITE THINGS THAT INSPIRE YOU
THE WHOLE POINT OF BEING ALIVE IS TO CREATE COOL SHIT
AI STRIPS US OF THE POINT OF BEING HUMAN
IT IS WORKING
CONTINUE TO MAKE ART YOURSELF
CONTINUE TO WRITE THINGS THAT INSPIRE YOU
THE WHOLE POINT OF BEING ALIVE IS TO CREATE COOL SHIT
AI STRIPS US OF THE POINT OF BEING HUMAN
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surely this is some other baroness doctor cass? the baroness doctor cass i know and love would be horrified at such a reckless approach to intervention
January 19, 2026 at 8:30 AM
surely this is some other baroness doctor cass? the baroness doctor cass i know and love would be horrified at such a reckless approach to intervention
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As we’ve been telling you from the start, ‘safety’ laws like the Online Safety Act are likely to make us all less safe.
"Researchers found that Yoti’s app and website are filled with trackers, so the fact that you’re verifying your age could be not only shared to Yoti, but leaked to third-party data brokers as well."
What creepy nonsense are companies up to when they have to guess your age or take your ID for AV? www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
January 17, 2026 at 8:05 AM
As we’ve been telling you from the start, ‘safety’ laws like the Online Safety Act are likely to make us all less safe.
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Rejekts is continuing 💜
Introducing Lexi Nadolski, Marcus Noble and Laura Santamaria as the Steering Committee & moving to community-led events.
Get involved: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
CFP ends Jan 17: sessionize.com/cloud-native...
Read full announcement👇
🔗 github.com/RejektsConfe...
Introducing Lexi Nadolski, Marcus Noble and Laura Santamaria as the Steering Committee & moving to community-led events.
Get involved: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
CFP ends Jan 17: sessionize.com/cloud-native...
Read full announcement👇
🔗 github.com/RejektsConfe...
github.com
January 13, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Rejekts is continuing 💜
Introducing Lexi Nadolski, Marcus Noble and Laura Santamaria as the Steering Committee & moving to community-led events.
Get involved: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
CFP ends Jan 17: sessionize.com/cloud-native...
Read full announcement👇
🔗 github.com/RejektsConfe...
Introducing Lexi Nadolski, Marcus Noble and Laura Santamaria as the Steering Committee & moving to community-led events.
Get involved: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
CFP ends Jan 17: sessionize.com/cloud-native...
Read full announcement👇
🔗 github.com/RejektsConfe...
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I was laid off last week. I'm excited to start a new chapter where I can put my knowledge and dedication to work. I believe every chapter closes to make room for something more rewarding. I'm keen to discover the next opportunity. Learn more: www.linkedin.com/pos... #OpenToWork
Chris Short Résumé | Chris Short
I'm looking for a new role! With 30 years in the industry, I'm excited to start a new chapter. I believe every ending creates space for something more rewarding.
I love taking intricate technical concepts and making them click for people. Whether through content, community work, or strategic enablement, my best days are when I help practitioners understand powerful tools and drive adoption.
What I Bring
My career bridges deep technical capability with clear communication:
Content That Drives Adoption: I've created 700+ hours of video content and maintain newsletters reaching 6,300+ subscribers (DevOps'ish, EKS.news). I've given countless talks that translate complexity into clarity, driving revenue and reducing support load.
Community Impact: As a former CNCF Ambassador and current Kubernetes Contributor Comms co-lead, I led communications for the K8s registry migration, achieving zero downtime globally. I've onboarded dozens of contributors and helped shape how we discuss cloud native tech.
Shipping Big Things: I led the AWS re:Invent 2023 Kubernetes track with 50+ speakers and 30+ sessions, improving CSAT scores. I drove Valkey's developer engagement strategy—it's now the de facto Redis fork worldwide. I organized and hosted GitOpsCon EU 2021 with 300+ attendees, making it a top 2 KubeCon Day 0 event. Earlier in my career, I led a $1M AWS cloud migration with measurable savings.
Technical Depth: I bring 30 years across IT ops, DevOps, the Kubernetes/CNCF ecosystem, open source tooling (Linux/Ansible), multi-cloud environments, and container technologies. Bonus: I'm now AI-enabled.
What I'm Looking For
Roles where technical experience meets storytelling. Three must-haves: customer-facing, cloud-native, and storytelling-heavy.
Developer Advocate, Technical Marketing Manager, and Product Marketing Manager roles fit perfectly. Solutions Architect positions could work if they involve customer-facing technical communication and enablement.
I'm especially interested in companies building cloud native tools or Kubernetes-based platforms—that's my playground.
The Remote Piece
I need remote work as a disabled veteran managing nerve/spine damage, PTSD, and anxiety. My Detroit care team keeps me going. I'm near a major Delta hub and have done same-day international trips when needed. Remote doesn't mean unavailable—I'm committed to being responsive and engaged.
Let's Connect
After three decades, I know my value: I make complex tech accessible, build communities around products, and drive adoption through authentic technical storytelling. I'm available now for full-time roles; contract work could also fit.
If you're building something great and need someone who translates technical depth into business impact, let's talk.
Contact: https://lnkd.in/g-CbGNdT
Resume: https://lnkd.in/gzdjdQxB
Here's to embracing new chapters and exciting challenges ahead.
www.linkedin.com
January 12, 2026 at 2:04 PM
I was laid off last week. I'm excited to start a new chapter where I can put my knowledge and dedication to work. I believe every chapter closes to make room for something more rewarding. I'm keen to discover the next opportunity. Learn more: www.linkedin.com/pos... #OpenToWork
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Leo made fun of me for posting like I’m a Pokémon NPC
i love to play good games with good people!
January 12, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Leo made fun of me for posting like I’m a Pokémon NPC
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programmers used to be a disagreeable group of hoary, argumentative skeptics
corporations were loathed, suits were maligned and distrusted, bc corporate suits tried to sell lies & traps
and now it's like "hey, yeah, i'd like 2 orders of Oops All Traps, supersized!"
and i don't get it
corporations were loathed, suits were maligned and distrusted, bc corporate suits tried to sell lies & traps
and now it's like "hey, yeah, i'd like 2 orders of Oops All Traps, supersized!"
and i don't get it
January 10, 2026 at 1:09 AM
programmers used to be a disagreeable group of hoary, argumentative skeptics
corporations were loathed, suits were maligned and distrusted, bc corporate suits tried to sell lies & traps
and now it's like "hey, yeah, i'd like 2 orders of Oops All Traps, supersized!"
and i don't get it
corporations were loathed, suits were maligned and distrusted, bc corporate suits tried to sell lies & traps
and now it's like "hey, yeah, i'd like 2 orders of Oops All Traps, supersized!"
and i don't get it
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Microsoft is so fucking stupid.
Microsoft renamed Microsoft Office to Microsoft 365 Copilot App
I'm not joking
Microsoft renamed Microsoft Office to Microsoft 365 Copilot App
I'm not joking
January 5, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Microsoft is so fucking stupid.
Microsoft renamed Microsoft Office to Microsoft 365 Copilot App
I'm not joking
Microsoft renamed Microsoft Office to Microsoft 365 Copilot App
I'm not joking
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Keeping my death certificate stored conveniently on my phone for when I need it
January 1, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Keeping my death certificate stored conveniently on my phone for when I need it
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I dunno who needs to hear this but using AI at your Early Concept phase, or for ideation, is literally the worst place to deploy it
It isn't creative, what it does is hand back tropes. That's what the model does: sift for likely responses to an input
It's like building your foundation out of memes
It isn't creative, what it does is hand back tropes. That's what the model does: sift for likely responses to an input
It's like building your foundation out of memes
December 22, 2025 at 4:19 AM
I dunno who needs to hear this but using AI at your Early Concept phase, or for ideation, is literally the worst place to deploy it
It isn't creative, what it does is hand back tropes. That's what the model does: sift for likely responses to an input
It's like building your foundation out of memes
It isn't creative, what it does is hand back tropes. That's what the model does: sift for likely responses to an input
It's like building your foundation out of memes
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it's crazy to use AI in CONCEPT ART bcuz it will never be able to CREATE its own CONCEPTS. so not only are you saying you're too lazy to pay someone or to do the work yourself, you're also saying your okay with building all of your shit on unoriginal ideas and almagamation of existing work.
December 22, 2025 at 11:23 AM
it's crazy to use AI in CONCEPT ART bcuz it will never be able to CREATE its own CONCEPTS. so not only are you saying you're too lazy to pay someone or to do the work yourself, you're also saying your okay with building all of your shit on unoriginal ideas and almagamation of existing work.
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“Here’s your meal, full of delicious lead” I don’t want it. No thank you. “Well, what about if we just use lead in the cooking process? You can’t even taste the lead in the final meal” I’m leaving. “You’re being childish. Soon everyone will be cooking with lead” have you fucking listened to yourself
December 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
“Here’s your meal, full of delicious lead” I don’t want it. No thank you. “Well, what about if we just use lead in the cooking process? You can’t even taste the lead in the final meal” I’m leaving. “You’re being childish. Soon everyone will be cooking with lead” have you fucking listened to yourself
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Just so I'm clear on this, computer memory has tripled in price because a bunch of it that hasn't been produced yet has been ordered to populate GPUs that aren't installed in data centers that aren't built yet in order to service a demand that doesn't exist to make profits that don't happen.
December 15, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Just so I'm clear on this, computer memory has tripled in price because a bunch of it that hasn't been produced yet has been ordered to populate GPUs that aren't installed in data centers that aren't built yet in order to service a demand that doesn't exist to make profits that don't happen.
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Oh, here's a big surprise. The transphobes don't believe in ADHD either.
then, the transphobes , feeling victorious at how many people they have made unhappy and despairing in the previous week, move on to anything else that has a spectrum and the possibility of more colours than they can conceive - such hateful people - they cannot understand anything that is not THEM
December 8, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Oh, here's a big surprise. The transphobes don't believe in ADHD either.
Apropos of nothing, this is your reminder that #ADHD, and other #neurodiverse conditions, are not “over-diagnosed” and are not new.
December 4, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Apropos of nothing, this is your reminder that #ADHD, and other #neurodiverse conditions, are not “over-diagnosed” and are not new.