About Me
Hi! I'm Kieran, a passionate tech enthusiast with a love for coding and creating innovative solutions. Welcome to my personal web page where I share my journey and projects.
From a young age, I've been fascinated by technology and its potential to transform our lives. This curiosity led me to explore various fields such as programming, networking, and cybersecurity. Over the years, I've honed my skills through hours of experimentation and learning, and I enjoy staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the tech world.
Certifications
Home Lab
Welcome to my home lab! Here, I experiment with various technologies and work on exciting projects. Below is a short description of my home lab.
Network Setup
I've set up a UniFi network at home with centralized management, high-performance Wi-Fi, and segmented VLANs for guests, IoT devices, Wi-Fi, and additional secure VLANs for Home Labbing, ensuring robust connectivity and security for all my needs.
Virtualization
I've established an efficient Proxmox virtualization environment, seamlessly managing multiple virtual machines to maximize performance and scalability in my home lab.
Cloudflare Tunnel
I've implemented a Cloudflare Tunnel with strict access restrictions, ensuring secure and reliable remote access to my home network while maintaining robust security protocols.
DNS
I've configured a Pi-hole setup to block ads and unwanted content across my entire home network, enhancing privacy and security for all connected devices.
Programming Projects
I've developed a custom backup program that runs on all my critical systems, following the 3-2-1 backup methodology to ensure data integrity and seamless recovery in case of any failures.
Home Lab Monitoring
I've set up Grafana to monitor my home lab, providing comprehensive insights and visualizations of system performance and health.
Data Storage
I've set up TrueNAS SCALE to manage my data storage needs, ensuring reliable, scalable, and efficient storage solutions for my home lab.
Home Automation
I've set up Home Assistant to automate and control various smart devices in my home, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced convenience in my daily life.
IoT Projects
I've coded, built, and integrated my own bin indicator, ensuring timely notifications for waste management and enhancing the efficiency of my home automation system.