Search Techniques
How I Spent a Weekend Verifying 10 Viral News Stories — Here's Every Search Trick That Worked
A step-by-step fact-checking workflow to spot fake news using search operators, reverse image search, and source verification.
Boolean Operators Google: The Only Guide You'll Need for Precise Searches in 2026
Stop wading through irrelevant results. I tested 47 boolean operator combinations over 30 days. Here's every refined search technique that actually works.
I Spent a Weekend Verifying 10 Viral News Stories — Here's Every Search Trick That Worked
A frontend engineer's hands-on guide to verifying news with advanced search techniques—tested on 10 real viral claims.
How to Spot Fake News Using Advanced Fact-Checking Searches
I tested 12 advanced search techniques to spot fake news. Here's my step-by-step framework for verifying news online with real examples.
I Resurrected a 1998 Geocities Site Using Wayback Machine — Here's Every Trick That Worked
Stop hitting 404 errors. I tested Wayback Machine across 47 URLs in a weekend — here's how to find deleted pages, view old websites, and search the Internet Archive like a pro.
How to Search for High-Quality Images and Videos Freely: A Frontend Engineer's Toolkit
A hands-on guide to finding royalty-free stock media without breaking the bank. I tested dozens of platforms and search techniques to build a reliable workflow.
How to Find Free Online Courses and Certifications: A Search Strategy That Actually Works
A hands-on guide to using targeted search techniques to discover high-quality, free online courses and certifications across platforms.
How to Fact-Check Information Online Using Search Engines
A practical guide to verifying claims online using search techniques, from reverse image lookups to advanced operators. Learn to spot misinformation.
How to Search the Deep Web Safely and Effectively: A Practical Guide
The deep web isn't just for hackers. I tested tools and techniques to show you how to access its valuable information safely and legally.