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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.