Daniel O’Shea IT • Web • Security
Technology enthusiast, web developer and IT practitioner with a long-standing background in computer systems, networking, cybersecurity and digital technologies. Currently rebuilding, expanding and modernising my technical skillset – one project at a time.
Web Development
Linux / Servers
WordPress / Hosting
Cybersecurity
Cloud / Infrastructure
AI / Emerging Technology
Technology has always been my roots.
A practical, self-driven approach to IT, infrastructure and digital technology – backed by formal education, years of hands-on experience and a willingness to keep learning.
My technical background began with Information Technology, networking and systems software and has continued to evolve across a broad range of technologies.
Over the years I have worked hands-on with Linux systems, servers, hosting environments, cPanel, DNS, websites, WordPress, networking, cybersecurity and computer systems.
More recently I have expanded that foundation into areas including AI, blockchain, smart contracts, Web3 technologies, cloud infrastructure and modern web development.
Understand the technology. Build it. Break it. Secure it. Improve it. Then build something better.
Irish Tech Connect is both my professional portfolio and an ongoing technical laboratory where I can document that journey.
A broad technical foundation.
My interests sit at the intersection of development, infrastructure, security and emerging technology.
Web Development
Website development, HTML, CSS, WordPress, responsive design, UX considerations, SEO and performance optimisation.
Servers & Hosting
Linux environments, cPanel, hosting infrastructure, DNS, domains, web services, configuration and troubleshooting.
Cybersecurity
Network security, firewalls, system hardening, privacy-focused technologies, secure configuration and security research.
Linux & Systems
Linux systems, system administration, networking, troubleshooting, configuration and practical infrastructure management.
AI & Emerging Technology
Artificial intelligence, LLM technologies, automation, experimentation and exploration of emerging technical systems.
Blockchain & Web3
Blockchain technologies, cryptocurrency ecosystems, smart contracts and decentralised technology.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Exploring modern cloud infrastructure, hosted environments, scalable systems and the transition from traditional hosting to cloud technologies.
Technical Support
Hardware, software, operating systems, networking, diagnostics, configuration and practical problem-solving.
Continuous Learning
Currently rebuilding and expanding my professional credentials through further education, certifications and practical projects.
From foundations to the next generation of IT.
Formal IT & Networking Foundations
Completed QQI Level 5 and Level 6 studies covering Information Technology, Network Security and Systems Software, establishing a formal technical foundation.
Systems, Websites & Infrastructure
Continued developing practical experience across website development, hosting, servers, Linux, networking, cybersecurity, system configuration and technical support.
Expanding Beyond Traditional IT
Developed interests and practical knowledge across AI, blockchain, smart contracts, Web3, privacy technologies, modern web platforms and digital infrastructure.
Rebuilding & Leveling Up
Returning strongly to the IT sector through continued education, professional development, practical projects and the development of Irish Tech Connect.
Cloud • Web • Security • Development
Building toward higher-level qualifications and professional opportunities while developing Irish Tech Connect as an independent technology platform and future web development venture.
Building the credentials to match the experience.
Formal education is being actively rebuilt alongside practical technical development.
Network Security & Systems Software
Formal technical foundation in networking, cybersecurity and systems software.
Information Technology
Foundational IT studies supporting subsequent networking and systems development.
Family Law & Business Law
Additional formal study demonstrating interdisciplinary learning beyond the technical field.
Higher-Level IT Education
Exploring further Level 7 and Level 8 opportunities across cloud computing, web technologies and cybersecurity.
The laboratory is open.
A growing collection of technical projects, experiments, systems and case studies will be documented here.
Irish Tech Connect
The platform behind this portfolio – combining web development, hosting, infrastructure, design, documentation and ongoing technical experimentation.
IN DEVELOPMENTWeb Development
Future client and personal projects covering websites, WordPress development, responsive interfaces, performance and technical SEO.
PROJECTS COMING SOONInfrastructure & Security
Practical work involving servers, hosting, DNS, networking, security configuration and system administration.
CASE STUDIES COMING SOONAI & LLM Research
Experiments and projects exploring artificial intelligence, language models, automation and emerging technologies.
LAB UNDER CONSTRUCTIONBlockchain / Web3
Exploration of blockchain architecture, smart contracts, decentralised technologies and emerging digital ecosystems.
DOCUMENTATION COMING SOONOpen Technology
Experiments with open-source software, privacy-focused technologies, alternative operating systems and decentralised infrastructure.
MORE TO COMEThe next chapter is being built.
Irish Tech Connect is currently undergoing development as I rebuild my professional IT portfolio, expand my technical credentials and develop new projects across web development, cloud, infrastructure and cybersecurity.
This portfolio will continue to evolve as new projects, certifications, technical experiments and case studies are completed.
Let’s build something.
Technology never really stands still – and neither does learning. This site is a living record of that journey.
IrishTechConnect.com