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Read moreClick Copy to drop it into your shell.
# klogs: stream logs from all pods with label app=<name> (default ns unless provided)
# usage: klogs <app-name> [namespace]
klogs() {
local app="$1"; local ns="${2:-default}";
if [ -z "$app" ]; then echo "usage: klogs <app-name> [namespace]"; return 1; fi
kubectl logs -n "$ns" -l app="$app" -f --max-log-requests=20 --tail=200
}
# install: add this function to your ~/.zshrc or ~/.bashrc and `source` itChris Sorensen is a technology leader with nearly two decades in software engineering, DevSecOps, and cloud infrastructure automation. He has led high-performing teams across Fortune 500s, finance, eCommerce, startups, and the public sector, including DoD and intelligence work.
Most recently at Blackpoint Cyber and as an Engineering Manager at Pantheon Systems, Chris oversaw release engineering, DevSecOps, and infra automation. He’s designed CI/CD platforms, Kubernetes architectures, Cloud/Datacenter migrations, and identity federation strategies used by thousands of engineers.
Areas of focus: Software Development, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, AWS/GCP, observability, Security, SOC2/FedRAMP/SSDF. Chris pairs deep technical expertise with executive communication to deliver faster delivery, stronger compliance, and meaningful cost savings.
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