Nirmal Katariya
CurrentlyAssociate System Engineer
I make machines behave.
Systems engineer, Linux enjoyer and part-time computer archaeologist.
Playground
01 / ShellNirmal's ShellA living guide to my aliases, functions, and workflows.Open the guide(opens zsh.nirmalkatariya.com in a new tab)
02 / TerminalRetro TerminalA retro console-themed port for a given website.Boot it up(opens retro.nirmalkatariya.com in a new tab)
03 / WritingNirmal's NotesPractical notes on software, hardware, Linux, and the tools in between.Read the notes(opens blog.nirmalkatariya.com in a new tab)
About
I’m a full-time Linux enjoyer and part-time computer archaeologist, forever digging up hardware memories like they’re rare loot. I love tinkering with PCs, breaking things “for science,” and customizing my setup until it’s 10% faster and 200% cooler. If it boots, beeps, or has a suspiciously loud fan, I’m emotionally attached already.
- Works with
- C++, Linux, Systems, Zsh, Python, Hardware
- Right now
- Building reliable systems by day, reviving old hardware by night.
- Studied
- B.Tech, Computer Science, IIT Jodhpur
Experience
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Associate System Engineer
Nowto
Consultant
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Associate Consultant
Writing
- Noob’s point of view on CryptocurrencyA skeptical beginner’s perspective on cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse, scams, and the wider costs of crypto mining.(opens in a new tab)
- Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)An introduction to WSL, its history and architecture, plus a practical walkthrough for installing and upgrading a Linux distribution.(opens in a new tab)
- Features That are nice to have — E1 Mobile MadnessA look at four useful smartphone features that budget devices often miss: eSIM, ARCore, NFC, and timely security updates.(opens in a new tab)
Contact
Say hello.
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