Software I use, gadgets I love, and other things I recommend.

I get asked a lot about the things I use to build software, stay productive, or buy to fool myself into thinking I'm being productive when I'm really just procrastinating. Here's a big list of all of my favorite stuff.

Workstation

  • 2018 MacBook Air 13-inch

    Lightweight and portable with a Dual-Core Intel Core i5 and Retina Display, great for on-the-go work and general productivity.

  • 2015 MacBook Pro 15-inch

    A robust workhorse with a Quad-Core Intel Core i7 and AMD Radeon GPU, ideal for demanding tasks like coding, design, and video editing.

  • Dell Vostro 15-inch

    A solid choice for general use, featuring a 12th gen Intel Core i5 and integrated graphics, perfect for development and multitasking.

  • Dell Optiplex 390

    A reliable desktop with a 2nd gen Intel Core i5 and AMD Radeon GPU, great for basic tasks and light graphic work.

Development tools

  • Alfred

    A productivity app for macOS that boosts efficiency with custom workflows and quick search capabilities.

  • VSCode

    A powerful, lightweight code editor with a wide range of extensions and customization options.

  • Postman

    An API testing and collaboration tool that simplifies building, testing, and documenting APIs.

  • Warp

    A modern terminal built for developers, offering faster workflows and advanced customization.

  • Zsh

    A customizable shell that enhances the terminal experience with features like auto-suggestions and powerful scripting.

  • Microsoft Edge

    A RAM-efficient browser optimized for development with powerful tools like WebView2 and seamless integration with Microsoft services.

  • One Dark Modern

    A sleek, modern VS Code theme that enhances readability and focus during long coding sessions.

Design

  • Canva

    An easy-to-use design tool for creating stunning graphics quickly without needing advanced design skills.

  • Photoshop

    The industry standard for image editing, perfect for creating web graphics and high-quality photo manipulation.

  • Figma

    A collaborative design tool for creating user interfaces, prototypes, and wireframes efficiently in teams.

  • Davinci Resolve

    A professional-grade video editing software that excels at color correction and motion graphics.

  • Blender

    An open-source 3D modeling software ideal for creating detailed 3D assets and animations.

  • Iclone 8

    A robust tool for creating realistic animations and cinematic sequences.

  • Character Creator 4

    A comprehensive tool for crafting lifelike 3D characters with incredible detail.

Productivity

  • Typora

    A minimalist markdown editor that allows you to write and format markdown files with ease.

  • Obsidian

    A powerful knowledge management app that helps you store, organize, and link ideas.