About Methodical Cloud
A content-first initiative focused on automation, clarity, and systems that don't suck
Our Mission
Methodical Cloud was created to deliver automation wisdom, deep technical clarity, and architectural insight through diagrams, short-form content, and podcast storytelling—building systems and mindsets that scale.
We believe in demystifying automation, promoting clarity in systems thinking, and offering thought leadership on infrastructure, engineering culture, and DevOps.
Our approach is technical yet personable, eccentric yet grounded—where pragmatic engineering meets creative storytelling.
We translate chaos into clarity one diagram at a time—and we do it without boring anyone to death.
The Evolution
A visual journey through our evolution
Everything Should Be Virtual
Methodical Cloud's journey began with Everything Should Be Virtual, a technical blog focused on infrastructure, virtualization, and the emerging cloud landscape. This was where the foundation for clear technical content and automation insights was established.
Methodical Cloud
Today, that journey continues with Methodical Cloud—a content-driven platform dedicated to automation strategies, scalable system design, and visual workflows. While the name has changed, the core mission remains: bringing clarity to complex systems through thoughtful, intentional design.
Diagram the Damn Thing
The newest evolution is our podcast, Diagram the Damn Thing, which brings our visual-first approach to automation and systems thinking to an audio format. Each episode is anchored by a diagram and focuses on breaking down complex concepts into clear, actionable insights.
About the Founder
Larry Smith Jr. is a seasoned infrastructure engineer, automation enthusiast, and systems thinker with over 20 years of experience in the technology industry.
Throughout his career, Larry has focused on building scalable, maintainable systems and sharing his knowledge through open-source contributions, technical writing, and community engagement.
Larry’s work has been featured in open-source communities, podcasts, and engineering teams across industries. His down-to-earth, opinionated style resonates with those who appreciate honest takes and real-world guidance over buzzwords and fluff.
Methodical Cloud represents Larry's vision for technical content that combines depth with clarity, helping others navigate the complex world of modern infrastructure and automation.
Current Focus
Methodical Cloud is a content-first initiative focused exclusively on building a knowledge hub through our blog, podcast, and visual resources. We're taking a methodical approach to content creation, focusing on quality educational material and community building.
Content Creation
Developing high-quality blog posts, podcast episodes, and diagrams that provide clear insights into automation and systems thinking.
Community Building
Fostering a community of like-minded professionals interested in automation, clarity, and effective system design through educational content.
Knowledge Sharing
Sharing practical insights and lessons learned through educational content about infrastructure, automation, and DevOps.
Important Note
Methodical Cloud is strictly a content platform for sharing knowledge and does not offer consulting services or compete with any professional services organizations. This is a personal educational initiative focused on content creation only.