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Kevin D. – System Administrator | Developer | Coding Instructor

Empowering others through code, infrastructure, and open-source tools

πŸ‘‹ About Me

Hi, I’m Kevinβ€”a systems administrator and coding instructor based in Massachusetts with 5+ years of hands-on experience in Linux system management, Java development, and tech education. I specialize in solving real-world problems: whether that's maintaining Minecraft servers for hundreds of users, teaching the next generation of coders, or building open-source tools that make tech more inclusive.


πŸš€ Professional Experience

Code Ninjas – Coding Instructor (2021–2024)
Teach programming concepts to students using Scratch, Python, and Unity. Led the 2024 summer camp in Arlington and used to instruct at the Waltham-Newton location. Previously managed internal IT infrastructure: re-imaged machines, maintained workstations, and deployed a secure Minecraft server for students.

Minuteman High School – IT Intern (2022–2023)
Provided first-line tech support for students and staff. Managed Active Directory, reset user accounts, and troubleshot networking and printer issues.

American Alarm – IT Intern (2021)
Assisted with server updates, patch management, and desktop support for internal systems.

OrixNode – Customer Support Advocate (2019–2021)
Provided technical support and server setup guidance to customers. Configured Minecraft server stacks (Paper, Spigot, BungeeCord), implemented plugins, and helped reduce ticket volume through proactive automation.


🌟 Volunteering & Community Projects

Pronouns.page – Technical Contributor (2021–Present)
Helped internationalize the site and contributed to language inclusivity efforts across platforms. Source

Tech.lgbt – Moderator
Moderate a Mastodon community focused on tech professionals. Manage signups, handle reports, and maintain backend infrastructure.

VenomMC – Founder (2018–2020)
Launched and maintained a Minecraft server with automated deployment using Docker and Pterodactyl on Linux VPS infrastructure.

MeleeCraft – Developer β†’ Manager (2020–2022)
Started as Java plugin developer and was promoted to team manager. Oversaw staff, coordinated project goals, and maintained server health.

BozoKits – Lead Developer (2023–Present)
Manage the core Java plugin for a multiplayer server kit plugin. Oversee development roadmap, peer reviews, and community feedback integration.

UpBeatRadio – Radio Manager (2019–2021)
Promoted from an on-air presenter all the way up to Station Manager, recruiting new team members, making sure the mentors underneath me had the technical knowledge and generally the support they needed to succeed with some help from administration and above.


πŸ› οΈ Key Skills

Languages: Java, Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Go (basic)
DevOps & Systems: Linux (6+ years), Docker, Kubernetes, Pterodactyl, QEMU/KVM, Git
Web & Infra: Nginx, Apache, Grav CMS, basic cloud VPS deployment
Soft Skills: Team Leadership, Mentoring, Troubleshooting, Communication


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