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    Chuck Sumner

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    Chuck Sumner is a seasoned MySQL Database Administrator with extensive experience in system administration and database management. He worked at SurveyMonkey from January 2017 to March 2023, where he played a key role in managing and executing large projects related to MySQL database clusters.12

    Professional Background

    • Current Role: Senior MySQL DBA at SurveyMonkey
    • Previous Experience:
      • Twitter: MySQL DBA (August 2011 - May 2015)
      • Burning Man: Sysadmin (June 2015 - September 2016)
      • Various senior systems administrator roles at companies like Macromedia, AOL, and Grouper from 2000 to 2011.

    Skills and Specialties

    Chuck specializes in:

    • Linux and MySQL
    • Security and high availability
    • Scaling and storage solutions
    • Performance tuning and deployment automation using tools like Ansible and Python.1

    Notable Recognition

    In June 2012, Chuck was rated #5 in Business Insider's "Top 15 Sexiest Programmers Alive," a recognition he considers one of his career highlights.1

    Chuck Sumner's diverse experience in high-pressure environments and his technical expertise make him a valuable asset in the field of database administration.

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    Location

    Sacramento, California, United States