Abstract: CA invited me to give a talk about SPE’s implementation of Wily Introscope product. We have been using Introscope since early 2004, so we shared our experience using the product and lessons learned.

Download: CAWily_BH_20080124.pdf (PDF, 780K), CAWily_ExecRT_20080124.pdf (PDF, 75K)

Abstract: MISA invited me to give a talk about my work at Sony Pictures Entertainment and the IT profession. We discussed a number of topics on why I felt the IT profession is a viable career and made some suggestions on making the decision to work in this fast-pace and ever-changing field.

Download: DavidLowe_CSUN_20071128.pdf (PDF, 2.55MB)

Abstract: As enterprises continue to invest in composite applications based on BEA’s application & SOA platforms, proactive application management is essential to address problems before they impact customers and insure optimal application performance that meets SLAs. In this session, executives from CA’s Wily Technology Division and Sony Pictures will discuss the importance of end-to-end application management. Attendees will learn first hand how Sony Pictures uses Wily to extend the value of BEA with comprehensive monitoring and diagnostics for its mission critical applications in production. Sony Pictures will also share best practices it follows to keep its applications highly available and performing at peak levels.

Download: CAWily_BEAWorld_2007.pdf (PDF, 1.04MB)

Abstract: The Java application server is a common part of today’s multi-tier web application environment. This session will examine security and controls over a Java web applications hosting environment. Using results from recent audits, the case study will review the following areas: Application & Web Server Security, Security Administration, Patch Management, Configuration Management, Release Management, Performance Management & System Monitoring, Redundancy, Backup and Recovery, and Capacity Planning. A basic understanding of the multi-tier web application will be helpful. For each area, we will identify risks assessed and the controls or corrective actions that mitigate the risks. The BEA WebLogic application servers and SUN web servers are the products that will be discussed in the presentation.

Download: ISACA-LA_2007_Handout-T8.pdf (PDF, 1.35MB)

Abstract: WICS invited me and my co-worker Kym Cabrera to give a talk about the IT profession and industry. We prepared some materials to discuss why we felt the IT profession is a viable career, especially for women, and why we chose this field.

Download: DavidLowe_UCI_20061116.pdf (PDF, 55KB)