This is where I put longer pieces and shorter notes: What I’m building, what I’m studying, and what I’m thinking about. The topics include work, hobbies, side projects, and whatever else holds my attention. There’s no single theme and no fixed schedule — just writing when something feels worth saying.
Goethe-Zertifikat C1 — What's Next? (Part III)
This is the third and final part of my Goethe-Zertifikat C1 trilogy. In this part I want to share my thoughts regarding the C2 certification: whether I am going to do it or not and, if yes, what concrete steps I need to take in order to achieve it. So, let me make God laugh and share my plans with you — and with Him.
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Goethe-Zertifikat C1 — Preparations (Part II)
In the second part of my Goethe-Zertifikat C1 trilogy I'd like to share my approach to preparing for this exam and reflect a little on what I think I did right and what I definitely did wrong. I'm not a linguistic expert, so don't expect any professional advice here — the internet is full of people who provide that. I just dare to hope that you'll find something interesting and maybe even helpful in this long post. Grab your coffee and let's get started!
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Goethe-Zertifikat C1 — The Exam (Part I)
A couple of months have already passed since I got my Goethe-Zertifikat C1. It was a goal that took me several years to achieve. It was not super difficult, but it cost me a significant amount of time and mental effort. Now, with a cool head, I can look back on those events and try to put my experience on paper.
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