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Nesake is a workbench, not a storefront. We build, test, and ship practical apps, PWAs, utilities, and games here — then write about what we learned along the way.

2026-08-10

Reducing balance vs flat-rate EMI — why your bank's number never matches a quick calculator

Two lenders can both quote "10%" and charge wildly different amounts — here's how reducing balance and flat-rate interest actually differ, with the formulas behind each.

2026-08-10

GST inclusive vs exclusive pricing — why the same invoice gives two different numbers

Most "wrong" GST numbers come from one mistake: not knowing whether the amount you started with already includes tax — here's how to work it in both directions.

2026-08-10

Lossy vs lossless image compression — picking the right one for the web

Why PNG is right for logos and JPEG is right for photos, what a quality slider actually controls, and how to get a good result on the first try instead of the fifth.

2026-08-10

Static vs dynamic QR codes — what actually changes under the hood

Dynamic QR codes aren't magic — they're a redirect you rent. Here's what each type really stores, and when a free static code is the better choice.

2026-08-10

Why compressing a PDF doesn't always shrink it much

A scanned file can drop from 15MB to 2MB while a typed report barely moves — what's inside a PDF decides how much compression can actually do.

2026-08-10

What to photograph and log before you move out of a rented flat

Deposit disputes are won with documentation created on move-in day, not move-out day — here's exactly what to photograph, log, and keep structured.

2026-08-05

The room-by-room home inventory checklist

A practical, room-by-room home inventory checklist for insurance claims, rentals, and moves — what to record for each item, and how to keep the list current.

2026-07-07

Why Nesake is a workbench, not a store

Nesake began as a Shopify store that never opened. Here's why it's becoming a small workbench of tools instead.