Thomas Tsai

github profile: https://github.com/Thomas-Tsai

Thomas Tsai is a dedicated developer and Principal Engineer at the Free Software Lab at the National Center for High-Performance Computing in Taiwan. Within the lab, the primary focus is on developing free software that caters to the needs of the High-Performance Computing (HPC) field. Thomas's notable contributions include the creation of Partclone, a powerful tool that enables partition imaging under the GPL license. Together with Steven Hsiau, Ceasar Sun, and Jazz Wang, he has also played a crucial role in the development of other renowned free software projects, namely "DRBL" and "Clonezilla."
Thomas's accomplishments have been acknowledged and celebrated throughout his career. In November 2007, Our team was honored with the Public Sector Software Award at the International Free Software Contest in Soissons, France. Furthermore, in 2008, the Executive Yuan in Taiwan recognized our team's remarkable contributions to science and technology.
With a primary focus on middleware and free software research for high-performance computing (HPC), Thomas is a core developer of Partclone. This invaluable tool allows users to preserve entire file systems by creating images of partitions or cloning them to alternative disks.

Projects Thomas has actively participated in include:

DRBL – Diskless Remote Boot in Linux
Clonezilla – A free software disaster recovery, disk cloning and deployment solution.
Partclone – Tool to make partition as image with GPL license.
PyDRBL – DRBL GUI
Tuxboot – The advanced clonezilla_live usb creator modify from Unetbootin
KOHA – An open source library system.
Cloudboot - Cloudboot is a service that allows a PC to boot from cloud resources.

Thomas's unwavering dedication to free software development and his commitment to enabling others to embrace the advantages of GNU/Linux ensure that he will continue to make significant contributions to the field.

Accepted Talks:

Partclone: Efficient Disk Imaging and Cloning for Linux Users

This talk dives into Partclone, a free and open-source tool for Linux that empowers users to efficiently backup and clone partitions. We’ll explore its functionalities, making it a valuable asset for system administrators, data security enthusiasts, and anyone looking to safeguard their valuable data.

The presentation caters to Linux users of all experience levels. Beginners will gain a solid understanding of partition imaging and cloning concepts, while seasoned users will discover advanced features for tackling complex tasks. During the talk, we will share how partclone obtains bitmap information, the importance of the file system library, the changes and challenges of the Btree file system, package, containerized applications, etc.

The talk will give attendees practical insights on leveraging Partclone for real-world scenarios. This includes creating reliable backups for disaster recovery and even generating disk images for efficient system deployments. By the end, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently utilize Partclone for robust disk backup and management on their Linux systems.

Mastering Disk Imaging and Cloning with Clonezilla: A Practical Lab

This comprehensive workshop dives deep into Clonezilla, the useful open-source & free disk imaging and cloning software. Whether you’re an IT professional, system administrator, or tech enthusiast, this hands-on experience equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to leverage Clonezilla for:

  • Effortless Backups: Learn to create reliable backups of your entire system or specific partitions for disaster recovery.
  • Seamless Disk Cloning: Master various cloning techniques, including disk-to-disk, partition-to-partition, and device-to-device cloning for efficient system migration.
  • Streamlined System Deployment: Discover how to deploy operating systems and configurations across multiple machines with ease. Through a blend of informative sessions, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain a deep understanding of:
  • Core Concepts: Grasp the fundamental principles of disk imaging, cloning, and system deployment using Clonezilla.
  • Practical Application: Learn how to set up a bootable Clonezilla environment and execute imaging and cloning operations.
  • Advanced Techniques: Explore powerful features like multicast, bittorrent support, and unattended mode for enhanced efficiency.
  • Real-World Scenarios: Discover how Clonezilla can be effectively applied for system recovery, data migration, and large-scale deployments.

We hope that by the end of this hands-on lab, you’ll be a confident Clonezilla user, empowered to streamline your disk management tasks and tackle various system-related challenges.