Jack Garmer
System Administrator & Developer
About me
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Discipline: Computer Science, James Madison University
Other Education:
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux Admin, level I & II
- Red Hat Satellite Admin
- Financial Accounting Level I
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- Misc Coursework, School of Hard Knocks
Having worked and trained in the areas of computer science, information technology, retail, management, transportation, and automotive technology, I have an unusual variety of experiences that grant me a unique perspective. My background allows me the tools to view problems at a system level, where I can approach a solution using lessons learned from each field. I consider myself a multipotentialite and a lifelong learner, always in the pursuit of new projects, ideas, and skills.
About Technology
We administer and support a wide range of library and educational technologies. Teams include Desktop Support, Learning Technology Services, Systems & Operations, and Web & Applications Services.
- Desktop Support: We support library staff with hardware and software needs. We manage computing, printing, and scanning in public and classroom spaces.
- Learning Technology Services: We support the university’s learning management system (LMS), technologies integrated into the LMS, classroom interaction, proctoring, and course evaluation software.
- Systems & Operations: We support library data center infrastructure, administer physical and virtual servers, and install and maintain library systems.
- Web & Application Services: We manage our web presences and web applications in addition to administering video management services, tools for internal collaboration, and user-focused library services platforms.