Nathaniel Harper began his career in April 2014 at Microsoft as an Infrastructure Consultant, leading Hyper‑V and System Center virtualization and private‑cloud projects. He authored security hardening guides, operational runbooks for Windows Server, and advised global clients on disaster‑recovery strategies. In July 2018, he joined AWS as a Cloud Solutions Engineer, designing cost‑effective, resilient EC2, S3, VPC, and IAM architectures, delivering workshops, and producing white papers and reference architectures. Since January 2025, as Senior Technical Writer & IT Consultant at Vinchin, he crafts user guides, API documentation, deployment playbooks, and blog posts on virtualization, backup/recovery, and network security, translating new feature requirements into clear, customer‑focused materials that enhance adoption and drive strategic growth.
He loves experimenting in the kitchen, mixing flavors to create new dishes. He becomes absorbed in sci-fi novels and enjoys sharing vinyl records with friends. On quiet days, you’ll find him sketching in his journal, tending his small garden, or exploring local art galleries.
Oracle databases grow fast and need efficient backups. This guide explains RMAN backup compression basics and advanced options. Learn step-by-step methods to save space and check results.
Dec 23 2025
Cloning an Oracle database helps with testing, development, and disaster recovery. This article shows you how to use RMAN to create a clone using two clear methods. Follow these steps to avoid common errors and ensure your copy works as needed.
Dec 23 2025
The Oracle control file stores key database metadata and backup history. This guide shows how to use RMAN to list all control file backups and copies. Learn simple steps for both command line and Enterprise Manager to keep your database safe.
Dec 23 2025
Restoring an Oracle database with a new name is vital for testing or disaster recovery. This guide explains why you might need it and shows two clear ways to do it step by step.
Dec 12 2025
Oracle databases often use tape for long-term backup. This guide shows how to set up and allocate RMAN channels to sbt_tape. Learn key steps, common issues, and ways to optimize your tape backup process.
Dec 12 2025
Oracle RMAN backup protects your database from data loss by creating secure copies of files. This guide explains the basics and gives step-by-step instructions for both full and incremental backups. Learn best practices to keep your data safe.
Dec 09 2025
Archivelog sequences are key for Oracle database recovery. This guide shows you how to restore them with both manual and RMAN methods so you can recover data fast and avoid loss.
Dec 09 2025
Local Kubernetes lets you test clusters on your own machine without cloud costs. This guide shows how to set up local clusters with Minikube, Kind, or Docker Desktop so you can experiment safely and learn fast.
Nov 27 2025
Kubernetes tools help manage clusters at scale. This guide covers key tool types—management, monitoring, security, automation, networking, storage—and shows how to pick the best fit for your operations.
Nov 26 2025
Red hat kubernetes powers secure and scalable container platforms for business. This guide explains its core features and shows you how to deploy and protect clusters step by step.
Nov 26 2025
Running Kubernetes on your own hardware gives you control over data and security. This guide shows three clear ways to deploy Kubernetes on premise and how to keep your workloads safe. Read on to learn practical steps for setup and protection.
Nov 19 2025
Hosted Kubernetes lets you run containerized apps without managing servers. This guide explains its core features, top providers, and the main reasons teams adopt managed solutions. Discover how to simplify your operations.
Nov 19 2025
