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Two channels, one journey
Sia Barry in English and SiaExplains in Persian: tech careers, AI tools, startups and engineering life in Germany.
Sia Barry
An English-language channel about building as an engineer: startup tech stacks, AI tools and repos worth knowing, and life as a software engineer in Germany.
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SiaExplains
A Persian-language channel for Iranians navigating tech careers, immigration to Germany, and life as an expat engineer. Real stories, real numbers — no fluff.
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What I cover
Immigration & Life in Germany
The real story of moving from Iran to Berlin — visas, German citizenship, housing, banking, and how to actually build a life abroad.
Career & Engineering Growth
Lessons from 17+ years in software engineering across Tehran, Sydney, and Berlin — from junior dev to Principal Engineer and manager.
AI & Tech Tools
Honest walkthroughs of AI certifications, tools, and what actually helps engineers in day-to-day work versus what's just hype.
Finance & Expat Tips
Practical money advice for immigrants and expats in Germany — banks, taxes, savings, and navigating the German financial system.
Whether you watch in English or Persian: if you're growing a tech career, building something of your own or thinking about moving abroad, these channels are for you.