Sevanial

About Me

I'm really into technology and have a variety of gadgets like computers, smartphones, and IoT devices. I enjoy learning about their features and how they work, especially when it comes to computers. Whether it's exploring the latest tech or diving into the world of IoT, technology plays a significant role in my life.

Tech Inventory

• Main Rig
  • Type: Desktop PC
  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600G with Radeon Graphics
  • GPU: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (TU106)
  • RAM: 32GB total
  • Storage:
    • SanDisk Ultra 3D NVMe (1TB)

• Web Server
  • Type: Server
  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1500X Quad-Core Processor
  • GPU: None
  • RAM: 16GB total
  • Storage:
    • Crucial X6 SSD (1TB)
    • Samsung SSD 870 (1TB)

• Raspberry Pi 5
  • Type: Single-board computer
  • CPU: Quad-core CPU with L2 and L3 Cache
  • GPU: Integrated GPU
  • RAM: 8052MiB System memory
  • Storage: 126GB LX128 MMC disk (512MiB Windows FAT volume, 117GiB EXT4 volume)
• Raspberry Pi 400
  • Type: Single-board computer
  • CPU: Quad-core CPU
  • GPU: Integrated GPU
  • RAM: 3792MiB System memory
  • Storage: 15GB SC16G MMC disk (512MiB Windows FAT volume, 14GiB EXT4 volume)

Projects

• Ran a Minecraft server for 8 months called "Sevanial's Playground"
  • Q: What motivated you to run a Minecraft server?
    A: (I wanted to see if I could do it, then I wanted to see how long I could maintain and run one.)
  • Q: How was your experience managing the server?
    A: (It was challenging to ensure the server was always up-to-date without breaking. I had to remove and add various mods over time. Overall, it was a fun and rewarding experience.)
  • Q: Did you face any challenges?
    A: (Yes, ensuring the server was updated without breaking everything was tough. Waiting a couple of weeks before updating helped mitigate most issues.)
• Set up DNS on my Raspberry Pi 5
  • Q: Why did you set up DNS on your Raspberry Pi 5?
    A: (I wanted an ad blocker, so I used my Raspberry Pi 5 for Pi-hole to block ads.)
  • Q: How did you set it up?
    A: (I set up Pi-hole with a single command, then configured it so that all devices were using it.)
  • Q: Are there any advantages?
    A: (Yes, I have control over what I block and what I don't.)
• Installed a security camera system on my Raspberry Pi 400
  • Q: What inspired you to install a security camera system?
    A: (I wanted to see if I could and thought it could be useful.)
  • Q: How did you set it up?
    A: (I set up a program called "Motion" to launch a web UI for the cameras. When I attach webcams, they show up, and I can view them. I also created a bash script to organize and limit the size of the saved videos.)
  • Q: Have you found it useful?
    A: (Yes, I can see whoever is at the door and inside the house's front hallway.)
• Use Arch Linux on my main rig, Fedora 40 on the web server, and Raspi OS for the Pis
  • Q: Why did you choose these operating systems?
    A: (I prefer Arch Linux for its recent updates and Fedora 40 for its stability.)
  • Q: How do you use each OS?
    A: (I use Arch for updated games and apps and Fedora for stability.)
  • Q: Any particular reason for the choices?
    A: (It's a matter of personal preference.)
• Run gaming, web browsing, productivity, and AI tasks on my main rig
  • Q: What tasks do you perform on your main rig?
    A: (I play games through Steam, browse the web using Firefox, record with OBS, edit videos with Kdenlive, edit photos with Krita, and use LibreOffice for office tasks. I also use it for stable diffusion AI images.)
  • Q: How do you integrate AI tasks?
    A: (I use AI for generating stable diffusion images using Ollama and Open-webUI.)
  • Q: Any challenges?
    A: (Getting stable diffusion AI working correctly was difficult.)
• Developed Python, Bash, and JavaScript scripts for various tasks
  • Q: Why did you develop these scripts?
    A: (They were necessary for automating various tasks.)
  • Q: Can you provide examples of tasks?
    A: (Some examples include moving image files into correct directories, creating blog posts, and tracking users of a Minecraft server/website.)
  • Q: How do you typically approach scripting?
    A: (I often use AI for scripting tasks.)

Skills

As a motivated and technically proficient IT professional, I possess a diverse set of skills encompassing various aspects of technology and IT infrastructure.

Hardware Skills

• Proficient in assembling and maintaining desktop PCs, servers, and single-board computers like Raspberry Pi.
• Experienced in hardware troubleshooting and component replacement.
• Knowledgeable about hardware specifications and compatibility.

Software Configuration

• Skilled in configuring operating systems such as Arch Linux, Fedora, and Raspi OS for optimal performance and stability.
• Expertise in setting up and managing web servers, DNS services, and security camera systems.
• Proficient in scripting languages including Python, Bash, and JavaScript for automation and task execution.

Networking

• Specialized in network setup and maintenance, including cable organization, modem/router configuration, and device connectivity.
• Experience in assigning IP addresses, configuring DNS and DHCP settings, and implementing firewall rules for network security.
• Skilled in optimizing network performance through port-forwarding techniques and Quality of Service (QoS) measures.

IT Administration

• Proficient in IT administration tasks such as user management, system updates, and backup solutions.
• Experienced in troubleshooting software and hardware issues, ensuring smooth operation of IT systems.
• Knowledgeable about IT best practices and data privacy regulations.

AI Integration

• Utilize AI for various tasks including generating stable diffusion images and automating scripting tasks.
• Experience in integrating AI tools and libraries into existing workflows for enhanced productivity.
• Adept at experimenting with AI models and frameworks to explore new possibilities in technology.

Tech Wishlist

Looking to expand my tech collection to have more devices and projects to work on.