Tharindu Dias
School
Deakin University In Melbourne, National School Of Business Management
Expertise
Android, Front-end Web Development, Gaming
- Tharindu has more than five years of experience writing in the technology niche, where he was credited for expanding readership and engagement at multiple publications, including TechWire.
- He has won merit awards for tech journalism during his time at News First.
- His management information system for youth organizations like Leos International won the award for Most Innovative at the IIT Programming Exhibit.
Experience
Tharindu's career in tech started as a full-stack web developer at 3CS in 2018, where he got first-hand experience on what it's like working in a software company. Eventually, he got the opportunity to mentor junior developers at 3CS. One of them introduced him to the world of tech journalism, and Tharindu has been writing tech since. He started writing content for news agencies like News First but branched out to more technology-focused publications like TechWire and readme.lk.
Education
Tharindu has a Bachelor's in Information Technology from Deakin University in Australia. He also has an HND in Web Page, Digital/Multimedia, and Information Resources Design from the National School of Business Management.
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Stories By Tharindu Dias
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Pontiac gave us some fantastic engines over the course of its decades-long run, some of which still run just fine today thanks to phenomenal craftsmanship.
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Jeep has manufactured some truly titanic vehicles over the years, earning a reputation for fantastic offroad toughness. These are some of the best.
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For those looking to put some miles down on a comfortable bike, hopping on one of the many touring-capable motorcycles from Honda is not a bad choice.
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Harley-Davidsons can fetch a fair amount of money on their own due to their massive popularity, but these particular Harleys are worth a lot more.
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The Chevy big-block series of engines is legendary, but they don't all measure up the same. These are some of the most powerful big blocks ever built.
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A used pickup truck can save you a lot of money over a new one, but only if you make sure you're not making any of these very common mistakes.
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Pontiac's various muscle cars were powered by some very popular engines. However, that isn't the whole story. These underrated engines played a part, too.
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Toyota is a well-known name in the automotive market, and its customers are loyal. The loyalty isn't accidental, and here are five reasons as to why.
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Be it cars or motorcycles, Asian vehicles really stand out for their reliability today just as much as they did 50 years ago - especially these five bikes.
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The Birmingham Small Arms Company, better known as BSA, started manufacturing guns before motorcycles. Here are more facts about the company.
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The MD-11, successor to the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 jet, promised a better future for the company. But things didn't go as planned after its first flight.
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The Mazda RX-7 remains one of the most beloved sports cars in JDM history. Here's how it earned such an impressive reputation across its production run.
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Workhorse Windsor or high-performance Cleveland, the Ford 351 V8 is the beating heart of multiple automotive classics. Here are the hottest 351s on the road.
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There are plenty of iconic motorcycles from previous decades worth investing in, but some are great project bikes to restore, no matter your skill level.
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Sure, it's tempting to restore a Ford Mustang or Thunderbird, but it can be pricey. Instead, try fixing up one of these underappreciated cars.
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If you are a person who likes to camp frequently, then it's important to have a good pair of walkie talkies to remain safe during an adventure.
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The Yamaha R-Series has a little something for everyone, but it's important to know the differences between the bikes before you make your choice.
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Some bikes, like Ducatis and Kawasakis, can cost north of $45,000, but here are six motorcycles under $20,000 that still offer incredible performance.
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While the wheel was invented a very long time ago, humans have actually improved on them a lot over the centuries thanks to the magic of tires.
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Electric trucks continue to get more popular, with the Ford Lightning and Rivian R1T taking the spotlight, but here are five that should get more attention.
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No matter if your car speakers are blown or you just want better sound quality, here are five highly-rated car speaker brands worth considering.
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The RAM 1500 and 2500 are two very popular trucks, and they both come with their own advantages and disadvantages. Here's what you need to know.
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Looking to transform a pickup truck into a mini one so it can sit closer to the ground? Here are five options that are best suited for the task.
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Truck bed toolboxes come in all shapes, sizes, types, and materials. Given they are exposed to the elements, there's a lot more you should keep in mind.
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If you're thinking of picking up a classic Beetle from the '60s (we wouldn't go further back), here's everything you need to check and be aware of.
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If you're having trouble picking between the compact SUVs offered by Honda and Toyota, here's how they compare across comfort, features, and performance.
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You may be excited to jump onto the nearest sport bike you can find, but if you're just starting out, that's a bad idea. Here are five bikes to avoid.