“Self education is, I firmly believe, the only kind of education there is.”

Isaac Asimov

Hi, I am Dev!

I have created this website to share what I learn from several books, podcasts, and other internet resources I consume on a daily basis.

The goal is to learn and share things you don’t learn in school.

I explore science, history, psychology, and connect dots to find what works and what doesn’t.

Book Recommendations

Whenever I want to know about a person, I ask them about their favorite books. You can tell a lot of them by the books they loved. It gives you an idea of their quirks, obsessions, areas of expertise, and so on.

So here’s my bookshelf. Maybe you’ll learn a little about me. Maybe you’ll find the next book you need to read!

Books that changed my life

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  • First Level Thinking

    First-level thinking is about embracing simplicity and clarity in our decision-making process. Instead of getting bogged down in complex analyses or overthinking every possibility, first-level thinking encourages us to focus on the most obvious and straightforward factors influencing a situation. At its core, first-level thinking involves asking ourselves basic questions like: By honing in on…

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  • Cause and Effect

    The idea of cause and effect comes from the 38 letters of Rockerfeller to his son In the book, he told his son to follow cause and effect. I think carefully prepared plans and actions are called luck. I never succumb to luck, I believe in cause and effect The 38 letter from Rockerfeller to…

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  • Survivorship Bias

    Survivorship Bias

    We often see success stories in all media forms. We find ourselves drawn to tales of triumph against all odds. Whether it’s the rags-to-riches entrepreneur or the underdog athlete who defies expectations, these narratives captivate our imagination and inspire us to chase our dreams. However, behind the veneer of success lies a subtle yet powerful…

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