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Full strategy, project watchlist, and PR tracker: Open Source Hub
Three-tier approach:
Tier 1 uses existing CKS skills to get PRs merged fast while learning Go patterns in real CNCF codebases. By Tier 2, Go is stronger and you know how OSS works.
Freelancing -- DevOps Consulting Building
Goal: Side income through DevOps consulting.
Services: Kubernetes setup, cloud migration, IaC (Terraform/Terragrunt), CI/CD pipeline design, observability, architecture reviews.
- [ ] Create portfolio website with sanitized case studies
- [ ] Build 3-5 case studies
- [ ] Optimize LinkedIn, GitHub profile
- [ ] Set up Upwork profile
- [ ] Start applying and landing initial projects
- [ ] Over-deliver, collect testimonials, increase rates
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Scalr Alternative -- Open Source Terraform Management
Start after Go proficiency from OSS work. Open source platform for managing Terraform at scale: multi-tenant workspaces, VCS integration, execution engine, state management, policy-as-code (OPA), drift detection.
Stack: Go backend, React/Next.js frontend, PostgreSQL, Redis, object storage.
Manim Tutorials -- Educational YouTube
Start after freelancing income is stable. High-quality animations using Manim for system design, Kubernetes concepts, cloud architecture, networking protocols.
- [ ] Learn Manim library
- [ ] Create 5 pilot videos
- [ ] Set up YouTube channel
Backlog (Someday/Maybe)
Databricks on Kubernetes -- Build a data platform on K8s, document as YouTube series.
Mystique -- Anonymous dating app. React Native, low priority.
Bihar Bhoomi Bazar -- Land marketplace for Bihar. Needs more resources.
Backstage -- Developer portal deep dive. Relevant when needed for work.