Why Linux is the Best Tech Skill to Learn ft Tameika Reed (

Day In My Tech Life Hosted by Symoné B. episode 35 featuring Tameika Reed ‪@WomenInLinux‬
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This episode of Day In My Tech Life hosted by Symoné B. features Tameika Reed, founder of Women in Linux, shares her journey into the tech industry, discussing the challenges faced, the importance of education and experience, and the evolution of learning resources. She emphasizes the need for aggressive career advancement strategies, particularly in the context of government contracts and the value of Linux expertise. In this conversation, Symoné B. and Tameika discuss the various aspects of career advancement in the tech industry, particularly focusing on Linux and related fields.
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[@tam6011]

Thanks for having me. I hope folks walk away with at least a starting point and plan. You either a builder or maintainer. Choose wisely

[@craigspencer4306]

I was just telling a friend about you last week when he told me about symone. I was like naw bro, tamika been talking a out tech for a long time I met her in Eric coffie group, she just doesn't have a big channel because she doesn't use any of their marketing tactics. But tamila was the one who got me looking at tech. You been talking about govtech way before it got popular.

[@kirkagard]

This lady is professionally amazing, driven, smart, clever and hard working✅💯.

[@taywood875]

Thank you for taking the time to give us these gems

[@tam6011]

@@craigspencer4306 facts. Glad to virtually see you again

[@tam6011]

@@taywood875ohh it's easy just use it

[@opderrickcds]

I pray people watch this entire interview front to back. Tameka dropped so many gems if not all of them.

[@tam6011]

I wasnt finish

[@symonebeez]

Me too! Tam is a wealth of knowledge!

[@filthyfrankblack4067]

Honestly Tameika didn't say anything new if you been watching her for long enough BUT everything she said was still gold.

[@BeVisualInc]

she gonna do it everytime. Peace and love .

[@godislove5781]

She always does!

[@edwardv4546]

Tameika literally knew EVERYTHING in that Anton Daniels Discord chat. Like her level of knowledge is insane. Looking forward to this interview!

[@deebeautiful84]

is it still up

[@edwardv4546]

@@deebeautiful84 i believe so. I haven’t been on Discord in quite some time but this was probably 9 months ago. She went into how much she was earning, taxes, important Linux topics, government contracting, etc. Like so much information. It’s all in the messages if you scroll back. Now, you had to pay for Anton Daniel’s Patreon to get the Discord link ($15 a month) but they didn’t kick me out the Discord after I unsubscribed from the Patreon. So you might have to drop that $15 to get in there.

[@jaysaiuniverse8628]

@@edwardv4546appreciate it just put me out might get into the patreon I watch Anton daniels millionaire morning show all the time and hear him talking about it

[@jaysaiuniverse8628]

*on

[@ReedCyberReady]

Y’all join the community!!! Tam knows her stuff ! REAL OG !!

[@byronjohnson9929]

As an Executive Director of an IT organization supporting corproate functions it's awesome to see this platform and recognize the talent that exists in supporting systems, infrastructure and platforms within IT. Keep Moving Forward!

[@stephontreadwell1664]

This was one of the best episodes of this segment that I’ve seen. I got my first job in tech as a Linux System Admin a month ago, I have my RHCSA and going for my RHCE cert in 2 weeks! I’m super excited to attend GovTech Con in December to hear more conversations like this and to just network with folks in this field. It’s really crazy thinking about how my future about to change for the better lol. Thanks for this episode Tamika and Beez ✊🏾. See yall in December!

[@DeltaBravo1991]

Did you have any prior experience or did you just do some self study and sit for the exam?

[@stephontreadwell1664]

@@DeltaBravo1991 nope, went through a tech bootcamp, became certified in RHCSA, the bootcamp provided an apprenticeship so I did that and got a job

[@malinda.malinda]

Do you mind sharing how you obtained your Linux knowledge? Bootcamp?

[@stephontreadwell1664]

@@malinda.malinda Yes, went through a Tech Bootcamp called Yellowtail Tech

[@azeezshodeinde500]

@@malinda.malinda exactly same thing that i wanted to know

[@thebarbieinvestor5428]

Linux changed my life ❤

[@cyrildery6630]

How did it happen?

[@thebarbieinvestor5428]

@@cyrildery6630 learned the OS. It’s hard but worth it

[@sylviaalonjang-8709]

I love linux ,just failing to land a job. Any referrals?

[@Innovationlu]

Mine too

[@S7V7N_SEAS]

By far one of the most inspiring interviews I've seen online. Thank you Symoné and Tameika for sharing this information. God bless both of you.

[@PeaceLioness]

I’ve just switch over this year from healthcare to cyber security, I appreciate the information being shared here.

[@oceanbelow]

Girl, this should be tonights homework! I think it is such an amazing reality check, to help those who are just chasing the check, versus understanding the reality of how to obtain it in this field. Such a great watch, thank you! See you tonight!

[@iBarber504]

Back in 2006 getting out the military and taking a CCNA class, I saw how no one wanted to share information. The gatekeeping was heavy. That’s how I gave up back then…shame. But I’m on it now.

[@Wuzzam812]

Tameika is a wealth of knowledge and such a warm soul! Great episode Beez.

[@toniabutler5578]

This was a great Tech conversation. I feel inspired and fueled to complete my Comptia Security+ exam in December! Not only did I learn about technical career pathways but also about benifit options. Thank you both🎉

[@pit1513]

A corporate job and my 401k is what helped me invest in rental properties. That piece where they’re talking about retirement accounts🔥

[@arnold6530]

I’ve been working on my RHCSA and this just confirmed that I need to push through and get it

[@WreckingU]

Tameika is the GOAT!!!

[@tam6011]

Thank you sir

[@courtneyherron165]

Thank you Beez and Ms/Mrs.Reed this video is validation for me to keep going with my CCNA. I failed the first time and it knocked me down.Thank you so much for the confidence to keep going.

[@GiveThanks-54]

This was the link up the tech space needed!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching George!

[@taywood875]

I’m currently learning Linux+ recently passed sec+ I’m so ready to get started 🎉

[@melissawhatmelywore26]

I'm in the same boat..just passed security +. What resources are you using to learn Linux?

[@symonebeez]

Let's go Tay! Subscribe for more

[@taywood875]

@@melissawhatmelywore26 I’m using Udemy and taking Jason Dion’s CompTIA LINUX+ course

[@figo007tv]

@@melissawhatmelywore26UMGC is my choice for Linux+. I recently passed Security+ in May 2024. It seems we're on the same path. Keep pushing forward, Melissa. I'm exploring the IAM field.

[@eunice-gritech]

How can I start. What's the roadmap?

[@AKMcCoyInc]

Knowing your learning styles are so important.

[@grt1203]

This was one of most inspiring and educational discussion i have come across. I like the way Symoné asked the questions and the responses were great. Great team work, they have understood the industry very well. Even Toastmasters was present.It wasn't just a Tech discussion but it is a leadership roadmap. Thank you Tameika and Symoné.

[@tam6011]

You are welcome

[@2021noname]

Truly

[@loveyesmarriageno123]

I love Tameika's confidence and sense of humor.

[@natashamack6130]

Tameika is definitely sharing a lot of knowledge. I look forward to attending her workshop this week.

[@amidanioko4422]

This was amazing! Thank you for having this Symone, and thank you, Tameika!

[@topcyberdawg]

Tameika is the truth!!!

[@frehall42]

🙌🏾 This was an awesome episode!! Tamika is so knowledgeable and gives unvarnished truth!! 💜

[@filthyfrankblack4067]

I think Tamika has survivor-ship bias but once your in a high end tech position it like what she says.

[@Waunderlust-lp3zz]

Thx for the video Symone ! You always come with the HEAT!!!!

[@Cleopatra_reincarnated]

The best interview I have ever seen!! Thank you both❤❤

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching. Subscribe for more

[@AdrienneMbaeri]

I like her! Can’t wait to meet her & everyone else GovTech Con! Thanks for the interview 🙌🏾

[@tam6011]

thank you

[@2021noname]

Please sell access to the videos for those of us who can’t attend

[@azbigballa]

Clap!Clap!Clap!- Awesomeness! Very nice discussion. None of the freaking hyper distractions, music, interruptions. I love it!

[@chrisr4715]

As soon as I saw Ms. Tam…instantly liked the video! 👍🏾

[@christophertaylor7006]

…mad informative stream, mad appreciation for you Symone, got some insight for you and would love to have a one on one with you but this guest, Tameika Reed, was intuitive, knowledgeable and insightful regarding personal growth and development in Linux, Tech and skill building strategies…

[@unwanaudo]

AIX and Linux saved my life, I recommend everyone in whatever tech field you are Learn the Linux command line.

[@symonebeez]

🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽 I'm AIX certified

[@unwanaudo]

@@symonebeez that’s awesome 👏

[@bachelorettestatus]

Let me google about AIX thank you!

[@Nique-nk7sz]

The famous Tam thanks for dropping these gems. I gotta do some research on Linux.

[@edwardv4546]

Only 12 mins and she already different. Amazing

[@astrixkz]

her installing gentoo as a beginner is AMAZING

[@craigspencer4306]

tamila was the one who got me looking at tech. You been talking about govtech way before it got popular.

[@PNeutch]

im watching this 3 more times!

[@2021noname]

With a notepad and pen

[@ezedoesit]

Thank you so much for this interview, this space, this conversation!

[@sharondavis3535]

New sub! She resonated and I liked it from the first two minutes! Life-changing gems!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for subscribing! Glad you enjoyed the interview!

[@IntelligenceAp]

Very thankful for the interview

[@StuffsewnbyJoan]

Loved this interview-heard earlier this week!

[@Danni_2xs]

Lovvvvvveeeeeeee me some Ms. Reed down!!!!! She was everything at GOVTECHcon!!!!! Motivating!!!!

[@tam6011]

Thank you

[@belvy2012]

This is dat good ish ❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥 Love that yall spoke on getting the bag in tech then evolving to other things to continue the bag! This was needed .. Gracias ☺️

[@PeaceLioness]

This was indeed a very important conversation.

[@jen01743]

I wish I could give this 100 thumbs ups. This was so so good.

[@Sadie_Studies]

Aye 🎉 Tam is the truth 👌🏾

[@nukeman444]

Tameika Reed is making 'Rapper' type money 😀😀

[@2021noname]

With no debt to the label

[@oliviachenault2212]

Tam!!! 🎉❤with the knowledge

[@LINUXDEVS]

Linux is the way.

[@floydland3509]

So many gems dropped this episode. Thought I was at the jeweler!

[@2021noname]

Aye! I had to stop watching so I could get someplace more quiet just to avoid missing a beat. My brother told me to learn Linux 15 years ago. Now I’m broke with 3 kids and he’s seemingly quietly wealthy getting that bread. It’s not too late though - I hope

[@floydland3509]

@ It's never too late to learn anything. Keep at it!

[@lamethod]

This was an awesome interview. Great job!

[@rreed336]

Appreciate the game ladies. B1.

[@ketu-ht6wv]

Your episode just proves I am on the right track.

[@ccnp2009]

@@ketu-ht6wv Keep following your dreams and never stop learning

[@harrellbey]

Damn this was insightful. Makes me consider pivoting from Endpoint Security Engineer (MDE & HBSS) to Splunk Engineer (backend Red Hat). SITEC 3 FYSA and thanks y’all.

[@zZzLoszZz]

Great work beez, looking back at the covid days with financial fridays etc. even with the slight lag great quality and audio!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks Los man what a throwback. I'm hoping that if I up the fps to 60 it stops the lag lol I think the FX30 quality is alot for the software to handle

[@JDMorris81]

Loved this podcast. I've been following the Linux path as well, going for the CompTIA Linux+ and plan to get the RHCSA later. I have a non-tech degree though and can't afford to go back for another degree. Can I still break in with just the certs and some projects?

[@BrittanyGates]

A certification or two can help you get an interview, but experience will get you the job. Learn the basics of computer hardware and troubleshooting and get a Help Desk role to get the experience.

[@JDMorris81]

@BrittanyGates Do you think it's possible to gain enough experience through personal projects or part-time freelance work? Honestly, I can't afford a help desk salary with my current responsibilities. I was going for QA before I decided on the Linux route but may shift back to that if it's more financially feasible.

[@BrittanyGates]

@JDMorris81 it's possible, but that's going to be dependent upon employers. Some will take technical projects and certifications in lieu of experience.

[@irisspellman2451]

Wow, what an amazing podcast! Ms. Reed provided a wealth of knowledge about various subjects. I am inspired to continue on this path to Govtech. Thank you, Beez and Ms. Reed.

[@JDMorris81]

@@irisspellman2451 I agree, it was! You posted this as a reply to my comment btw. Not sure if you meant to put it here or in the main feed.

[@Smizzle_God]

Utah be lit on Friday & Saturday!!! SLC only.

[@454lin]

Netflix annual revenue $33 Billion. They can pay a few top engineers $700k a year. It’s nothing to them

[@tam6011]

you are correct they can doesnt mean they have to offer it. Samsung Electronics' annual revenue for 2023 was 259 trillion. They dont offer their engineers 100k to 700k in salary. It would be nothing to them but they dont offer that.

[@filthyfrankblack4067]

But their share holders are not having it.

[@wholesalingtony1588]

Great interview, and thanks for both of you ladies for keeping it authentic 👊🏽.... It's a lot of fakers out here and will have going after the latest and hottest thing without really knowing. Keep up the GREAT WORK!!!

[@aplsauce3896]

I forgot Redhat and DOS 20 years ago. Now I wish I got back in to it

[@murfdaddydolla]

So many gems dropped! Must watch interview front to back!

[@jamesnorris9637]

Awesome interview!

[@eunice-gritech]

How do i go into Linux. Whats the road map ?

[@ReedCyberReady]

Yeahhhhhh Tam!!!!!

[@thebox2278]

i love that she is so damn real . forget the titles , where the dollars ?

[@symonebeez]

Really the only question that matters lol

[@HittmanKelly]

Wonderful interview

[@tonyg460]

Great Interview WIL

[@nukeman444]

It's uncharted territory for black folk in tech making this new money without being an athlete, singer or government official.

[@tam6011]

The thing is it’s not we just don’t really talk about

[@rreed336]

Not sure if it's uncharted territory. However, the elephant in the room is always the component of white supremacy. Pretty much all of these companies are owned and operated by white people. The reality is, they are not in the business of allowing their companies to become inundated with black people. The stats show this. B1.

[@CamPerry]

@@tam6011on the money. Our communities just don’t really talk about it much but they def out there.

[@2021noname]

We need to wake up to stem and tech

[@mrswaverlycakes668]

Fantastic episode!!!

[@ebanghabraidsebane2501]

Am a devop engineer and will love to join women @ Linux

[@zongosidonie6631]

I love her 😊she is amazing

[@coralrose6506]

This was a great conversation

[@Dudewj]

Hella beats im still writing to one

[@Clemsdaughter]

Thank you Thank you! Can’t wait to be eligible for clearance one day!! But if anyone has non clearance jobs!!! Give us the gems..

[@dayle1368]

Awesome interview packed with information!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@wanderlust_lyfe2244]

Thank you for this video. Im literally just getting started with IT, and I'm in my 40s. I feel so late with everything. Are there any simulation to practice on so I can have that "experience" when applying for jobs?

[@toneallday5468]

Aw man! This should be a great one

[@purpledolphinent]

Loved this!

[@symonebeez]

Thanks for watching!

[@priesthoodculture1877]

Im now learning about this. 🤔🤔🤔

[@MrMrdannyvargas]

Good information thanks

[@gordonmiles1312]

s/o to themi n the online user forums... they bullied her into a crazy bag lmao

[@ChandraKirksey-l8o]

Awesome information! Thank you.

[@aneshabritford2942]

Great Interview!!!

[@SimplyAdiva]

I got my Linux+, and after getting a few certifications for free, I was hesitant to pursue the RHSCA. I'll probably still get it 😂😂

[@symonebeez]

Go for it, opens up a ton of doors.

[@QompleteFreedom]

This is dope! As someone trying to transition into the industry with a family of 4 amd I will like to hear from some folks who have families and how they navigated going to different places. Did they sacrifice and go alone or uproot their family? Do these companies pay for your entire fam to move housing and food?

[@tam6011]

Yes. You get relocation assistance. You can negotiate that. Not sure what you mean navigate different places. You have do research and visit places. That is on you and yours

[@QompleteFreedom]

@tam6011 Thanks... What I meant by navigate going to different places was how did they go about uprooting their families. What was the process like and how they went about it. That's all. Again thanks for responding

[@tam6011]

@QompleteFreedom well depends on the area. scouting the area and looking for schools, housing, and entertainment. Some jobs have real estate agents and people to help with that.

[@pi84ent]

I just earned my CCNA and is very interested in Linux

[@ReedCyberReady]

TAMMMMMM❤❤❤❤❤

[@Tamara_YT]

Great interview!

[@alexzander7143]

In a bit of a dilemma choosing between non technical GRC or technical, The one thing changing my mind towards now technical is i do not want to be live ops or on call and having to be constantly worried all the time or me or somebody fixing one thing and it breaks 3 other things and now you gotta come in to fix on be on call, also the stress of always competing and always having to know everything at all times and the latest new hack or exploit or new tool or update.

[@2021noname]

In every worthwhile field it seems you have to be on top of the latest advancements, but your other concerns do sound like difficulties in your lifestyle

[@amkiahazel515]

Linux is the backbone OS of A.I. and machine learning. It ain't going no where

[@Realmadrid2fye]

Black excellence! 💪🏿

[@2021noname]

Underrated and under appreciated

[@KennyLewis-cr9vv]

Great interview How can we get the fundamental chart ? Great value add

[@Melvinia24_7]

Can you interview someone in the PCI DDS of cybersecurity? I would truly like to know what a day in the life is like for them.

[@grip929]

I really like this content!!!

[@Stillthatgirl.]

I will move anywhere to get paid, period.. lol that’s always been my mindset.

[@Anthony-bl4rc]

Clearly this woman is brighter than the average bulb. 😊

[@SuperHtownswag]

Very much so

[@tam6011]

I will take that but I will give you the how. Reading and applied knowledge, studying people, and understanding what people limits are so you can succeed.

[@roiwallace3372]

Hey Ladies so I’m currently studying for my Security+ certification along with my AZ-900 and MS-900. I’m having the hardest time narrowing down job titles! Any suggestions for a newbie? Would I be able to apply for a Cloud Practitioner role?

[@jdesi013]

Is a CompSci degree necessary? I have a BS in IT from WGU.

[@kingshabba3983]

Great interview! How can we get access to those slides? Thank you in advance

[@mygrandislife]

Dang! “IF I DON’T SEE ME, THEY DON’T SEE ME.”😢