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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.