Me regarding documentation: Do as I say, don’t do as I fail to do.

Rachel: But the Pokemon stickers on the networking hardware are just not acceptable. Richard: Of all the hills to die on- Me: Or murder. Rachel: *nod*

I argue it's the highlights with the only the boring bits

And the birthday celebration begins

I remember when 768x1024 was da bomb.

All it takes to get mad at your cell company is to start shopping for a new phone and see what “discount” you can get. And then compare your pricing to a “new” customer.

Rachel: I’m bowing out of lunch today. Want to save money. Later … Rachel: Honestly, with the way today is going I’m gonna go ahead and join you. Me: Our little girl has grown up! She’s become as disillusioned as the rest of us! Rachel: Thats not even funny- Me: But you have to laugh anyway!

Steve: This is going very well - Doug: You’ve jinxed it. Chad: WiFi is permanently jinxed. Superstition doesn’t apply.

I can’t be the only dog owner that’s been tempted to put a doggie door on the bathroom door.

Me: Hmm this looks phishy. Chad: You get the password reset email? Me: Yeah. Steve *checks phone* Me too. Me: I expect I’ll get an email from security telling me “Good job for reporting that!” Chad: It does smell like a test.

Obviously they should have demoted him to RB for three races before firing him and bringing Kvyat in as team principal

I didn't get to catch it live, but I highly recommend checking out this on-demand Cisco Live session presented by @tracketpacer.bsky.social and Eric Peterson. They share their knowledge about applying networking to the aerospace industry and provide overall great advice. See the session link below.

#CIscoLive #DistinguishedSpeaker #Humbled I think I should ask for the "morning after the party" slot next event. But seriously - thanks for listening. It's a privilege to be a Cisco Live Speaker, and this means a lot.

The cough I have now could easily be allergies; at least it’s not dry and there’s something behind it. Yesterday was the first day back in the office; today is an ophthalmologist appointment which means dilation which means at least the morning off.

Cisco Live 2025: Still impactful, but a bit less explosive than previous years. Eric Stewart reflects on keynotes, tech, & attendee engagement. Full coverage: buff.ly/dKnbz0w @TechFieldDay.com @TheCiscoWireless.bsky.social #CiscoLive #TFDx

Boost network performance & security with PCAPs & LLMs! @BotFodder.com discusses VIAVI's Network Performance and Security. Learn more & explore the power of this integration at #CiscoLive #LinkedIn #CiscoLive25 #TFDx #Cybersecurity Coverage www.linkedin.com/pulse/viavi-...

This image is now absolutely everywhere over European media lmao

Assessing the Current State of AI-driven Packet Analysis with VIAVI Watch here 👉 buff.ly/i4nLB65 @TechFieldDay.com @NetworkingNerd.net #CiscoLive25 #TFDx #AI #PacketAnalysis

The blog post reflects on Cisco Live 2025 in San Diego, highlighting pleasant weather and educational value but noting reduced experienced staff, less polished areas, and personal challenges with certification. #CiscoLive #TFDx

VIAVI presented at this year's #tfdx at #CiscoLive and included a review of what several LLMs do when you throw a pcap at them. runningoffatthemouth.com?p=1816

Me: I’m WFH today which is good because I’m on Sudafed (the good stuff you need to show ID for) and should be kept away from people because of that (and not just because I’m recovering from an illness).

Discover how VIAVI is using AI to revolutionize packet analysis, helping uncover hidden network issues faster. 🧠 🏃‍♂️ View here 👉 buff.ly/eXG1okV #VIAVI showed off how they use AI to boost packet analysis at Cisco Live 2025. @TechFIeldDay.com @NetworkingNerd.net #TFDx #CiscoLive25 #AI #Networking

Feeling well enough to day to do the usual stream of conscious post #CiscoLive blog post: runningoffatthemouth.com?p=1810 Theme? "It's not quite as good as it used to be."

Me: *croak croak croak* Erika: You should probably not talk for a while. Me: *wheezesigh*

Is Cisco Live Still The Place To Be I look back at Cisco Live 2025 from the social side.

I feel miserable. Coughing and sneezing and blowing my nose constantly. But no fever. Which you might think is good, but the nerd in me likes having an objective value to apply my miserableness to.

Doctor: You tested negative for everything. Probably just a virus we can’t test for. Give yourself 5-7 days. If not better by then or you get worse, we’ll give you an antibiotic.

Severe allergies or some version of Con Crud? I’ve been swabbed, so we’ll find out shortly. Nose exploded the minute I walked off the plane in Tampa. I blame the oak trees.

My sinuses are very unhappy to be back in Florida.

On the ground in Tampa. #CiscoLive is done for me.

Time for the hop to Houston. On plane 1. #CiscoLive

At the gate. Flight currently set to be six minutes late. Excited to see Erika and Obee. #CiscoLive

Almost done. Breakfast with friends at Mary Jane’s and then airport and home. #CiscoLive

there should be a consumer electronics review site called does it beep dot com and the sole criteria it uses to judge kitchen appliances, cars, washing machines, etc is whether it beeps at you and if so how annoying the beeps are

Missed my morning session. Found an acceptable replacement. #CiscoLive #NetVet

I’m awake but for the first time in my recollection, I’m going to miss a session due to sleeping in. #CiscoLive

Find out more about #TFDx #CiscoLive2025 here 👉 techfieldday.com/events/CLUS25/

Annual photo with @bbaize.bsky.social #CiscoLive

IPv6 - what do you mean there’s no broadcast? With @[email protected] #CiscoLive

“I had to get used to being uncomfortable… and being okay with that.” @tracketpacer.bsky.social #CiscoLive

Standing room only at the Cisco U Theater for Packets in Space. #CiscoLive @tracketpacer.bsky.social

#CiscoLive #CiscoU1057 #PacketsInSpace #BlueOrigin @tracketpacer.bsky.social

“We don’t have a ‘number of 9s’ network. It has to work at 100% or an expensive piece of equipment ends up in the ocean.” Eric Peterson, Blue Origin. #CiscoLive

Watching @tracketpacer.bsky.social talk about networking in space (as long as it doesn’t violate the NDA) at the Cisco U Theater at #CiscoLive

Went the wrong way to my session but ran into @[email protected] and got a hug! #CiscoLive

Who dis? New hoodie. #CiscoLive

Selfie with Wendell Odom!

There's a spot below and behind the AP, but there are also supplemental antennas that can provide 2.4/5 Ghz coverage for that area. #tfdx #CiscoLive