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Thoughts on tech and life as an NRI in Germany

How to Learn German: A Beginner's Guide for Punjabi Speakers

A step-by-step guide to learning German for Punjabi and Hindi speakers — 8 practical steps explained in both English and Punjabi, from first listening to building a daily habit.

Moving Abroad? Here Is What I Wish I Knew About NRO and NRE Accounts

What I learned converting my Indian savings account to NRO and opening an NRE account after moving abroad — documents needed, the remote process, and practical tips for NRIs moving to Germany, UK, Canada, or any other country.

Setting Up Python on Windows 11 — Mistakes I Made So You Don't Have To

The 4 Python setup mistakes I made on Windows 11 — Microsoft Store hijacking the python command, PATH not set, PowerShell blocking venv activation — with the exact one-minute fix for each.

Salary After Tax in Germany: My Personal Guide to Calculate Your Net Income

How to calculate your net salary in Germany step by step — Steuerklasse, social contributions, health insurance deductions, and what to actually expect in your bank account using brutto-netto-rechner.

How to Transfer Money from Germany to India

My personal experience using Wise, XE, and InstaReM to transfer money from Germany to India — how each works, the two-step bank transfer timing, and my strategy for getting the best EUR to INR exchange rate.