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Cloud Solutions Architect

Welcome to Samir Gonzalez’s Tech Hub

As a Cloud Solutions Architect with over 15 years of IT experience, I share practical insights, architectural patterns, and hands-on guides for modern cloud technologies.

  • Azure, Hybrid & Multi-Cloud Architecture
  • Kubernetes, OpenShift & Container Orchestration
  • Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
  • FinOps & Cloud Financial Management
  • AI, Machine Learning & OpenShift AI
  • DevOps & Security Best Practices
  • Nutanix Enterprise Solutions

Azure Cost Management: Deep Dive into Amortized Cost Analysis

Azure Cost Management: Deep Dive into Amortized Cost Analysis Understanding Azure cost data is crucial for effective cloud financial management. The Azure Cost Management export dataset provides detailed insights into your spending patterns, but navigating the amortized cost data requires understanding key concepts like Metered Categories, pricing models, and cost calculations. This comprehensive guide will help you master Azure cost analysis. Understanding Azure Cost Management Export Dataset Prerequisites: Before diving into cost analysis, you’ll need to export your Azure cost data.

How to Export Azure Cost Management Data: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

How to Export Azure Cost Management Data: Complete Step-by-Step Guide Exporting cost data from Azure Cost Management is the foundation of effective cloud financial analysis. This comprehensive guide walks you through creating exports for amortized cost analysis, FOCUS standardization, and ongoing cost monitoring. Understanding Azure Cost Export Options Before creating exports, it’s crucial to understand the different dataset types available: Dataset Types Explained Amortized Cost Dataset: Spreads upfront reservation costs across the reservation term Shows true cost-per-hour including reserved and on-demand usage Best for: Financial analysis, budgeting, cost optimization Actual Cost Dataset:

The Digital Forge: AI as Humanity's Next Industrial Revolution

The Digital Forge: AI as Humanity’s Next Industrial Revolution The steam engine didn’t merely change how we worked—it fundamentally altered what it meant to be human in an industrialized world. Today, artificial intelligence stands at a similar precipice, promising transformation so profound that we struggle to comprehend its full implications. Yet unlike the mechanical gears and pistons of the past, this revolution operates in the realm of cognition itself, raising questions not just about productivity, but about the nature of human thought, creativity, and purpose.

The Complete AI/ML Guide for Beginners: From Concepts to Implementation

The Complete AI/ML Guide for Beginners: From Concepts to Implementation Executive Summary Artificial Intelligence is experiencing explosive growth, with the market expected to exceed US$423 billion by 2027 with a 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.9%. This comprehensive guide provides a critical analysis of AI fundamentals, distinguishing between marketing hype and technical reality. We examine core concepts including predictive versus generative AI, machine learning operations (MLOps), large language models (LLMs), and practical implementation considerations that organizations must understand before embarking on AI initiatives.

Enterprise AI Architecture Blueprint: Cloud Training with On-Premise Inference

Enterprise AI Architecture Blueprint: Cloud Training with On-Premise Inference Executive Summary Modern enterprises face a fundamental tension in their AI strategy: the need for massive computational scale during model training versus the requirement for data sovereignty and low-latency inference on sensitive corporate data. This reference architecture presents a hybrid approach that leverages public cloud infrastructure for high-performance training while maintaining on-premise capabilities for secure, compliant inference operations. Target Audience: Cloud Architects, Data Scientists, IT Operations, and Security Professionals seeking to implement enterprise-grade AI solutions that balance performance, security, and compliance requirements.

Azure Routing Rules in Hybrid Environments: A Complete Guide

Azure Routing Rules in Hybrid Environments: A Complete Guide In my experience working with Azure networking, I’ve noticed that routing confusion often stems from overlooking the “invisible” components - the default routes that don’t appear explicitly in our configurations and the routing rules configured in local network gateways. This comprehensive guide explains Azure’s routing precedence and how these hidden elements affect traffic flow in hybrid environments. Azure Routing Precedence Order Azure follows a specific priority order when multiple routes contain the same address prefix.