Hello! I’m Thomson Varghese.
I currently reside near Austin, Texas, though my journey began in India. I moved to the United States to pursue my Master’s degree, which led to an exciting career in the automotive industry in Detroit. I still hold the same position but now work remotely from Austin.
Along the way, I found love and got happily married. By day, I work in sales for a company specializing in automotive testing products and services. In my free time, I immerse myself in my hobbies and interests, which revolve around technology and creating things from scratch.
My wife often says that I tend to dive deeply into a hobby, becoming engrossed for months or even years before moving on to the next one. This passion for learning and exploring new things keeps life exciting and fulfilling.
Mission and Purpose
The primary mission of this blog is to document my research and understanding of various topics that I delve deeply into, and to share this knowledge with the online community. I aim to chronicle my hobbies and interests in a way that is accessible and non-intimidating for beginners.
Every field comes with its own set of technical jargon, which can often be frustrating and intimidating to learn. I enjoy breaking down these concepts and documenting them to help others navigate through the complexities. My goal is to make learning enjoyable and approachable.
I have benefited greatly from the wealth of knowledge available on the internet, and I want to give back by contributing my own insights and experiences. This blog is my way of sharing what I learn, in the hopes that it will help others as much as it has helped me.
Why Start This blog?
I’ve discovered that when I’m asked to help a friend, colleague, or even a stranger with a topic, it pushes me to better understand the subject myself. This process forces me to “dot the i’s and cross the t’s,” so to speak. By choosing topics of interest to write about here, I will be compelled to conduct deeper research and gain a thorough understanding, enough to act as a subject matter expert.
Please don’t misunderstand me—I will make mistakes on this blog. There are always people out there who know these topics better than I do. However, I believe that sharing my journey and insights can still be valuable.
Additionally, I plan to write in-depth reviews of products that I use. This blog will serve as a platform for me to document and share my experiences, helping others navigate through similar interests and challenges.
My Expertise
As a Mechanical Engineer by trade, I have honed my skills in identifying and methodically solving technical problems. This expertise extends beyond my professional life and into my hobbies, where I apply the same analytical approach. While I don’t claim to know everything, I am passionate about understanding and utilizing various technologies to their fullest potential, as intended by their designers.
The goal of this website is to share my knowledge in a friendly and approachable manner, helping others navigate and make the most of the technology in their lives.
My Interests
Throughout my adult life, I’ve explored various hobbies and interests, including 3D printing, woodworking, mountain biking, CNCs, cars, and coding. Currently, I’m obsessed with the world of home audio and am on a quest to create the perfect home audio setup on a budget (most of my speakers are sourced from thrift stores!).
I’m also on a mission to automate my home to the point where I can handle most mundane tasks simply by giving commands to Alexa or Siri.
Let’s Connect!
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