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Deepak Prasad

Deepak Prasad

R&D Engineer

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Founder of GoLinuxCloud with more than 15 years of expertise in Linux, Python, Go, Laravel, DevOps, Kubernetes, Git, Shell scripting, OpenShift, AWS, Networking, and Security. With extensive experience, he excels across development, DevOps, networking, and security, delivering robust and efficient solutions for diverse projects.

Areas of expertise

Certifications & credentials

  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator in Red Hat OpenStackID: 180-246-001
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation
  • Go: Data Structures, Algorithms and Design Patterns With Go
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Articles by Deepak Prasad

databases

Drop Rows in pandas DataFrame (by Index, Condition, NaN & Practical Examples)

Learn how to drop rows in pandas DataFrame using multiple methods including drop by index, drop rows with conditions, remove rows with NaN values, delete duplicate rows, and safely modify DataFrames using inplace …

Deepak Prasad8 min read
linux

Linux find -exec Command (Multiple Commands, Examples & Practical Guide)

Learn how to use the Linux find -exec command with practical examples. This guide explains find exec syntax, running multiple commands, combining find exec with grep, sed, pipes, and shell scripts for powerful file …

Deepak Prasad10 min read
databases

Convert pandas DataFrame Column to Float (astype, to_numeric & Practical Examples)

Learn how to convert pandas DataFrame columns to float using astype(), to_numeric(), and other practical methods. This tutorial explains how to convert string and object columns to float, handle invalid values, convert …

Deepak Prasad11 min read
devops

50+ .gitignore Examples (Ignore Files, Folders & Patterns in Git)

Learn how to use .gitignore with practical examples. This guide covers gitignore syntax, patterns, ignoring files and folders, wildcard matching, excluding files, and real-world .gitignore examples for Node.js, Python, …

Deepak Prasad12 min read
cheatsheet

HPE iLO 4 & 5 CLI Commands Cheat Sheet (SSH Command Line Guide)

Learn the most useful HPE iLO CLI commands with this practical cheat sheet. This guide explains how to access the iLO command line using SSH or Onboard Administrator (OA) and run common commands to manage users, network …

Deepak Prasad15 min read
security

How to Install .deb Files in Kali Linux (4 Easy & Safe Methods)

Learn how to install .deb files in Kali Linux using dpkg, apt, and gdebi (see [dpkg command](/dpkg-command-in-linux/)). Step- by-step commands, dependency fixes, and best practices.

Deepak Prasad4 min read
programming

Long.MAX_VALUE & Long.MIN_VALUE in Java (Exact Values + Examples)

Learn the exact value of Long.MAX_VALUE and Long.MIN_VALUE in Java, why overflow happens, and how to safely handle large numbers with clear examples.

Deepak Prasad4 min read
linux

Dashed Filename in Linux: What It Means and How to Fix It

How to create, read, modify, find and remove dashed filename and directories in Linux. Open and access files & directories starting with (dash) and double dash (--)

Deepak Prasad10 min read
devops

git remote add Explained (With Examples, Mistakes & Fixes)

Git remote add is a git command that enables developers to work on a central remote repo by creating remote duplicates. Remote add command serves as a means through which collaborators for a project can independently …

Deepak Prasad5 min read
security

How to setup http/https proxy with special characters in password

How to export the variable "http_proxy" or "https_proxy" when there are special characters in username or password in Linux?

Deepak Prasad2 min read
devops

Automating Video Rendering with Music Visualizer APIs

Automating video rendering has become a practical necessity for platforms that generate repeated or large-scale media outputs. Music visualizers—dynamic

Deepak Prasad4 min read
system-administration

4 ways to SSH & SCP via proxy (jump) server in Linux

You can use either ProxyCommand or ProxyJump with ssh and scp respectively to connect target host or transfer files through any jump host with examples.

Deepak Prasad4 min read
devops

Benefits and Limitations of Free VPNs on Linux: Are They Worth Using?

Linux is widely regarded as one of the most secure, flexible, and transparent operating systems, which is why developers, administrators, and privacy-focused

Deepak Prasad3 min read
devops

Install Kubernetes on Ubuntu 24.10 [Step-by-Step]

In this tutorial we will share step by step instructions to install Kubernetes on Ubuntu 24.10 using containerd container runtime and Calico CNI. We will be

Deepak Prasad10 min read
devops

Modernizing IT Infrastructure for Better Performance and Scalability

In today's digital world, updating IT infrastructure is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Cloud-based solutions offer businesses the chance to

Deepak Prasad6 min read
devops

How Cloud Innovation Is Reshaping Compliance and Data Sovereignty

Compliance and data sovereignty have become defining issues for cloud adoption. Governments are setting strict boundaries on where sensitive information can

Deepak Prasad5 min read
devops

Top 5 Web Scraping Proxies: Best Picks for Data Collection

Any data collection setup starts with web scraping proxies. Without being restricted or blocked, they enable you to gather a huge amount of data from

Deepak Prasad4 min read
devops

Best Node.js Development Companies to Partner With

Discover the best Node.js development companies to partner with. Explore top firms known for delivering scalable, high-performance, and reliable Node.js solutions for your business needs.

Deepak Prasad7 min read
devops

17 Essential Digital Marketing Tools for 2025

Find the best digital marketing tools 2025. 17 essentials for data, design, and growth. Expert picks. Start improving your strategy today.

Deepak Prasad5 min read
devops

Data Privacy for Businesses Storing Client Data in the Cloud

Cloud storage is now indispensable for contemporary business functions. It enables companies to store large amounts of data, reduces IT maintenance costs, and

Deepak Prasad6 min read
devops

Beginners guide to learn Kubernetes Architecture

Kubernetes Cluster Architecture contains a controller (master) and worker node. There are three main components in the Kubernetes Cluster i.e. Nodes, Pods and Containers.

Deepak Prasad10 min read
security

Setup Lab Environment for CompTIA PenTest+ Exam (PT0-002)

In this tutorial we will be setting up the Lab Environment which we will use through out the course of CompTIA PenTest+ Tutorial.

Deepak Prasad7 min read
linux

SSH into VirtualBox VM

2 different methods to ssh into virtualbox vm using bridged adapter or NAT with prot forwarding

Deepak Prasad12 min read
security

Setup & verify Mutual TLS Authentication (MTLS) with OpenSSL

With mutual TLS authentication (MTLS), not only does the service side prove its identity by exposing a certificate, but also the clients prove their identity to the servers by exposing a client-side certificate.

Deepak Prasad15 min read
security

OpenSSL: Generate ECC Certificates for Apache Server

Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) is an encryption technique that provides public-key encryption similar to RSA. We can generate ECC certificates using openssl and install it on Apache server for verification

Deepak Prasad9 min read
devops

Why Should You Use Datacenter Proxies for Streaming?

Streaming your favorite shows, movies, or live sports should be a smooth experience. However, various factors like geo-restrictions, bandwidth limitations,

Deepak Prasad5 min read
devops

What You Need to Know About Secure Access Service Edge

If you’ve ever felt like your online world is a bit too open and there's a gaping hole in your digital security, this is where Secure Access Service Edge

Deepak Prasad4 min read
devops

The Future of Container Runtime Security: Trends and Technologies to Watch

Containerization has flipped the way we build, deliver, and scale applications. Containers offer developers lightweight, efficient and portable environments

Deepak Prasad7 min read
linux

pam_tally2: lock user account after X failed login attempts in Linux

Use pam_tally2 to lock user account in Linux after X failed login attempts. Lock root and normal user, exclude users and group from being locked out.

Deepak Prasad13 min read
linux

pam_faillock: lock user account after X failed login attempts in Linux

This pam_faillock module maintains a list of failed authentication attempts per user during a specified interval and locks the account in case there were more than deny consecutive failed authentications.

Deepak Prasad9 min read