Ep. 143, The importance of community in tech: Mike Kanakos & Phil Bossman
Aired November 4, 2024 | 28 min
In this episode, we dive into all things community and PowerShell Saturday, from preparation and organization to the impact of community-driven events on career growth. We chat about what led up to the big day, our personal experiences, and why attending conferences, user groups, and community events can be game-changing for anyone in tech. Find your next step and be the community!
Meet our guest
Mike Kanakos
Mike Kanakos is a three-time Microsoft MVP award recipient and currently manages the Foundational Services and Automation team at Align Technology, the company behind Invisalign braces. He leads a team that develops automation tools for Azure AD, Active Directory, and Single Sign-On to automate processes and eliminate tedious tasks for various teams.
Phil Bossman
Phil Bossman is a Microsoft MVP and PowerShell enthusiast with a passion for learning and efficiency in all things. Phil is currently a Cloud Architect and computing expert in the Raleigh, NC, area. Phil is a co-organizer of the Research Triangle PowerShell User Group.
Meet our host
Andrew Pla
Andrew Pla, a seasoned IT professional with over 10 years of experience, has spent the last 5 years mastering PowerShell. An ardent member of the PowerShell community and a Microsoft MVP, he loves sharing his knowledge and leveraging automation to solve complex problems. You can always find him connecting with others on the PDQ Discord and troubleshooting, with the firm belief that a problem shared is a problem halved.
