What started as a used laptop is now a Homeserver. A homelab running K3s on top of Ubuntu Server. Rescuing hardware that was headed for a drawer turned out to be the cheapest way to get a real cluster to break, rebuild and learn from.
It is where I try things before they matter, and where I run my own cloud apps. The Discord bot behind the contact form on this very site is one of the workloads it hosts.
The IEEE of the Informatics Institute of Technology organized a series of sessions under the "IndustPro3.0" theme, and I had the incredible opportunity to speak and conduct a practical workshop on "Open Source Contributions."
Guiding over 120 enthusiastic undergraduate students through a hands-on workshop on using GitHub and getting started with open source contributions was an enriching experience. The workshop covered essential GitHub functionalities, including creating repositories, forking repositories, committing work, pushing commits, opening pull requests, reviewing pull requests, and merging pull requests.
My content creation journey spans two unique Youtube channels. On Days of Janeth, I document my personal life and travels through vlogs. Meanwhile, Tech with Janeth serves as my professional outlet, where I share software engineering insights, tutorials, and discussions on the latest industry trends.
This dual approach allows me to engage with my audience on both a personal and professional level.
I had the honor of serving as a judge at the Golden Doily culinary event organized by Perera & Sons Bakers (Pvt) Ltd. This was a new and exhilarating experience for me.
From unique food ideas to stunning presentations, each dish showcased the incredible talent and dedication of the contestants. Scoring them based on taste and presentation was a privilege and a delightful challenge.
The final-year students at IIT have to follow a year-long research module. As a research project marker at IIT, I am involved in providing comprehensive feedback on their projects. My role includes assessing the quality of their research, evaluating their methodologies, and offering constructive feedback to help them improve their work. This process ensures that students meet the academic standards required for their projects and helps them develop their research skills further.
Sustainable Education Foundation (SEF) is a volunteer-driven organisation founded by the former Google Student Ambassador and alumni of University of Moratuwa, Akshika Wijesundara. I voluntarily contributed to SEF mostly by developing the official website of SEF Organization in 2020.
Afterwards for another year I lead the web development team as the webmaster at SEF.
codeJunction is a startup that specializes in IT-related projects, including websites and small business applications. Founded with a team of four, we combine our expertise to deliver high-quality solutions.
In addition to our project work, we maintain a YouTube channel where we share our knowledge and insights with a global audience. This platform allows us to connect with others, provide valuable content, and showcase our expertise in the IT field.
As a dedicated local guide, I contribute to the community by sharing reviews, photos, and insights about local places. Currently, I am a Level 7 local guide, with my contributions amassing over 1 million views. This role allows me to help others discover and explore new locations, while also enhancing the visibility and reputation of local businesses.
Starting in 2015, the ICT society of S. Thomas' College Mount Lavinia took the initiative to live stream the majority of college events. I played a significant role where I contributed to every aspect of the process. My responsibilities included setting up recording equipment, managing live streams, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring high-quality broadcasts. This experience allowed me to develop a strong understanding of the technical and logistical challenges involved in live streaming events.
