My name is Nick Bates, I typically have the handle r3factor on most platforms. I'm a DevSecOps engineer, whatever that actually means these days. I'm working to become a better engineer in all aspects.

• 🔭 I’m currently working on infrastructure and security
• 🌱 I’m currently learning Python, Go, and Terraform
• 👯 I’m looking to collaborate on anything OSS that I could meaningfully contribute to
• 🤔 I’m looking for help with learning programming as a whole.
• 😄 Pronouns: He/Him
• ⚡ Fun fact: I'm a wrestling head coach