Kat Fitzgerald
Chicago-based and proudly a natural creature of winter, I thrive on snow, OSS, and just the right amount of chaos. Whether sipping Grand Mayan Extra Añejo or warding off cyber threats with a mix of honeypots, magic spells, and a very opinionated flamingo named Sasha (the BSidesChicago.org mascot), I keep things interesting. Honeypots and refrigerators rank among my favorite things—though my neighbors would likely disagree.
Session
Want to transform your homelab hobby into career gold? This session flips the script on traditional homelab talks, showing you how to build practical experience that catches recruiters' eyes – without melting your electric meter. We'll explore how to design meaningful projects, translate them into powerful resume bullets, and discuss them confidently in interviews. From virtualization to containers, security to automation, learn how to make your homelab work for your career (dancing flamingos included!).
- Target Audience: Early to mid-career IT professionals and career changers
- Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate