Pranav Bhardwaj

2 weeks ago | xda-developers.com | Pranav Bhardwaj

For many years, I used to manage my Windows setup in the traditional manner — installing apps one by one, customizing the environment, and manually checking for updates. It worked, until it didn't. System reinstalls, updates, frequent app conflicts, and overall disorganized configurations began to disrupt my workflow, resulting in a loss of productivity. Every time I was required to set up a new system or troubleshoot some environment variable issues, it was pretty challenging.

2 weeks ago | medium.com | Pranav Bhardwaj

After months with Windows 11, the thought of going back to Windows 10 feels like stepping into the past — here’s why I’m staying. I’ve always been a bit hesitant when it comes to major software upgrades. Like most people, I get comfortable with what I know, so when Windows 11 came around, I waited. I read the reviews, watched the comparisons, and still stayed on Windows 10 until curiosity finally got the better of me.

2 weeks ago | xda-developers.com | Pranav Bhardwaj

Coming from a coding background, I've spent considerable time using the Vim editor because of its efficiency, modal editing, lightweight, and highly customizable options. Vim taught me a lot. It was awkward to use at first, but then it reshaped the way I write and edit, helping me adapt the keyboard-focused workflow by eliminating the dependency on the mouse. But over time, cracks began to show.

4 weeks ago | xda-developers.com | Pranav Bhardwaj

If you are like me, you probably switch between multiple command-line tools for your work, such as Command Prompt, Windows PowerShell, and WSL for Linux workflows. Individually, these tools are powerful enough and work well once you get used to them. However, when you need to use them simultaneously, jumping between separate windows feels unproductive. That’s where Windows Terminal helps you. Unlike most users assume, Terminal is technically not a command-line tool itself.

1 month ago | xda-developers.com | Pranav Bhardwaj

Most people only think about their home network when something goes wrong, like when the Wi-Fi slows down or cuts out mid-meeting, the TV suddenly stops streaming the movie, or downloads crawl at a snail's pace. But here's the truth: your home network is the backbone of everything you do online. Whether you're streaming 4K videos, gaming, working remotely, or managing smart home devices, a healthy network makes all the difference.