Hi, I’m Ricardo!
Cloud Architect & Systems Engineer who makes tech simple.
I share practical insights on Azure, Kubernetes, and AI, write in-depth guides, and publish the AKS Newsletter every month to help professionals navigate cloud computing with clarity
My superpowers
Azure & Cloud
Step-by-step guides, architecture best practices, and cost optimization tips for Azure.
Kubernetes & AKS
Hands-on labs, troubleshooting tips, and newsletter insights for running workloads at scale.
AI for Infra Pros
Bridging AI concepts with infrastructure, tools, deployments, and performance tuning.
Career & Learning
Stories, mentorship advice, and learning paths for cloud professionals.
Biography
I simplify complex technology for a global audience, blending real-world experience in Azure, Kubernetes, and AI with clear, actionable guidance. My work spans from designing cloud architectures and automation workflows to publishing technical deep dives that help professionals build, scale, and optimize their solutions.
With a passion for teaching, I craft content that connects—whether it’s a blog post, hands-on lab, or newsletter edition. My goal is to empower readers with knowledge they can immediately apply, while inspiring curiosity and continuous learning.
Blog
It’s easy, even comforting, to blend in with your badge.We introduce ourselves with our name followed by the company.We join meetings carrying that title.We post with the credibility it gives. But at the end of the day, the company is just where you are, not who you are. You are what you’ve built.What you’ve learned,…
This article was originally published at https://cloud.redhat.com/experts/aro/private-cluster/ A Quickstart guide to deploying a Private Azure Red Hat OpenShift cluster. Prerequisites Azure CLI Obviously you’ll need to have an Azure account to configure the CLI against. MacOS See Azure Docs for alternative install options. 1. Install Azure CLI using homebrew 2. Install sshuttle using homebrew Linux See Azure Docs for alternative…
When working with development or test environments in Azure, a common need is secure access to internal resources without exposing them directly to the internet. While VPN solutions are a robust way to achieve this, they can often be overkill for simple use cases, especially when you just want to access a few VMs or…