Satish

Born and raised in India, I'm an introvert who has been practicing social distancing way before it became mainstream. I enjoy genuine, one-on-one conversations—the kind that aren’t about pretending or exploiting, but simply connecting on a human level.

In 2021, I moved to the Netherlands for work, and life here has been the best chapter of my journey so far. I'm a husband, a father, a curious soul—and I'm incredibly grateful for where I am today.

Work & Interests

Professionally, I work on smart contracts for the Xahau Network using Hooks. I also help developers build xApps. And I also produce video tutorials teaching people about hooks, XRP Ledger etc.

I also tinker with side projects like xpert.page and am part of a stealth-mode IoT initiative that's live, humming quietly in the background... for now.

I'm drawn to low-level programming—especially in C—and recently, my interests have been drifting toward hardware-software integration. I'm also diving deeper into AI and LLMs, exploring how they can power simple, useful tools.

I Believe

I've seen God—on a plate. Food is sacred. If it's in front of you, be thankful. It's what keeps you alive, energized, and human. Ironically, I only realized this after moving to the Netherlands. I used to think we eat to live. Now, I know better. That said, my heart still craves good Indian food.

Good Indian Food

I've come to see how staying in one place—or inside one narrative—breeds bias. Media, culture, stories, all shape how we perceive reality. That's why the concept of Maya, as explained in the Bhagavad Gita, resonates with me so much. So much of what we believe is real... is not.

I dream of a world where people can follow what they want—without forcing it on others. Where mutual respect exists, even if beliefs don't align. Where differences don’t turn into divisions.

Personal Lessons

Life has been my teacher. A couple of years ago, I went through deep depression. It felt like it would never end. The hardest part? Realizing that people you once considered your whole world can walk away, easily. That pain taught me: suffering often comes not from what happens, but from clinging to it. In the end, it made me stronger and more practical. Always remember — your life on earth is not permanent. You, and everyone you know, are here only for a brief period.

Depression isn't "just a state of mind." It's real. Heavy. But I believe it only visits those strong enough to face it. If you don't give up, it'll only end up making you stronger and better for life. Just make sure you don't forget the lessons learned.

My mantra through it all was: "Let me do my best, and let's see what happens."

Right Now: Life & Goals

Right now, my goal is simple: keep learning and keep growing—both at work and in life. Health is something I need to start prioritizing more seriously. I want to get into meditation, maybe a bit of yoga, and eventually just lead a minimalistic, peaceful, grounded life.

One of my biggest motivations? Like all Dad's out there: giving my little daughter a good future. My wife and I want to send her to an international school—it feels like the right thing, but it costs a bomb. And it's not a one-time thing; it's a long-term commitment. That's one of the big reasons why I continue to explore side projects and SaaS ideas—because what I want to do in life, financially, is a bit extra.

Let's be honest—most of us do side projects to create that extra income, to make dreams possible. For me, that dream is simple: A small, happy family. A peaceful life. My daughter in a good school. And time to be present for it all.

Of course, like everyone else, I have my moments of fear—AI replacing developers, unstable geopolitics, media noise, and the chaos of biased narratives and corruption. But maybe that's all just part of Maya too. I’m not too attached anymore. Life stripped those attachments away a few years ago.

Now, I just do what I have to do. The rest is not in my hands.