Hi, I'm Ricky 👋
Thank you for taking the time to stop by my small part of the digital universe. As you navigate through these virtual pages, you'll find a technical writer and engineer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for clear, engaging communication. From writing for Real Python to publishing healthcare guides and fiction, I love sharing knowledge and stories that make a difference.
Currently, I work as a Lead Engineer specializing in Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM), focusing on enterprise-scale security solutions. This role, along with my open-source contributions and writing projects, allows me to bridge the gap between complex technical concepts and practical, accessible solutions.
Latest Posts
Published: March 31, 2021
Migrating a Python Package from Travis CI to GitHub Actions
GitHub Actions is the new hotness for continuous integration(CI) and deployment. To the point where it seems to be the default for new open source projects that are GitHub based.
Tags: python | github | continuous integration
Published: January 26, 2021
My Spondylitis Story
This article has been taken from Chapter 9 of my book – Taking Charge – Making your healthcare appointments work for you.
Tags: ankylosing spondylitis | book | healthcare
Published: September 10, 2020
This face...
This is not a face of contentment. Nor the face of comfort. This is the face of someone who does what they have to, despite it being the last thing they wanted to do.
Tags: ankylosing spondylitis | chronic illness | running
Published: April 24, 2020
Automating new Python environments with PowerShell
I'm a big fan of automation. If I can automate something, I will. One thing I do often is create a new virtual environment for Python applications, which is just a simple terminal command. But then I have to update pip. Every. Single. Time.
Tags: powershell | python
Published: April 19, 2020
Stop calling me lucky for having good kids!
My kids are just like any other. They've been tears galore at times. And the kids cry, too. But in the end, we get there. And at no point has luck played a part in it.
Tags: parenting