Research Resources
The best general research resources for retiring in Austin, ranked by usefulness. Each entry includes the web address, a summary of what it offers, and our commentary on why it matters.
Wikipedia: Austin, Texas
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin,_Texas
Contact: info@wikimedia.org
Wikipedia entry on Austin, Texas. Background, history, demographics, and references.
Start here for foundational knowledge. The references at the bottom are often more valuable than the article.
Google Scholar
https://scholar.google.com
Academic paper search engine. Find peer-reviewed research on any topic. Free to search, many papers have free full-text versions.
When you need facts, not opinions. The research that backs up claims. Many papers are paywalled but check for free PDF links or preprints on arXiv.
https://www.reddit.com
Discussion forums covering every topic imaginable. Find the subreddit for your interest. Real people sharing real experiences.
The most honest resource on the internet. People share what actually works, not what they're paid to promote. Search before posting — your question has been answered.
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com
Video tutorials, demonstrations, reviews, and educational content on every subject. Free. The world's largest how-to library.
Visual learning at its best. For any practical skill, a YouTube tutorial beats a text description. Sort by view count and check comments for corrections.
WholeTech Network
https://wholetech.com
Contact: info@austinretire.com
110+ websites covering tech, real estate, sustainability, coworking, entertainment, arts, and more.
You're already here. Browse the full network at wholetech.com for related sites covering complementary topics.
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