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Trevor Jones
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English
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Summary

Ruben Fernandez, a principal engineer at Dell Technologies, has won the 2025 Golden Grot Awards in the personal category for his innovative Grafana dashboard that monitors the International Space Station (ISS). This marks his second win, following his previous year's success with a dashboard designed for navigating his Atlanta commute. His latest creation offers a comprehensive and interactive platform that provides real-time data on the ISS's location, upcoming sighting opportunities, crew details, and spacecraft docking status. Ruben's passion for space, stemming from childhood dreams of becoming an astronaut, is reflected in his dashboard, which includes a live stream of the ISS and a widget that allows users to track the station's passing over specific locations. This tool not only appeals to space enthusiasts but also gives Ruben the sensation of being part of the space journey he has always dreamed of. A Grafana user for three years, Ruben's dedication to creating meaningful dashboards is recognized by the community and reflects his personal interests and professional expertise.