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
15” MacBook Pro, M1 Pro, 16GB RAM
I was using an Intel-based 13” MacBook Pro prior to this and the difference is night and day. I’ve never heard the fans turn on a single time, even under the incredibly heavy loads I put it through with our various launch simulations.
Xiaomi Curved Pro Display 34”
I’ve had this monitor for a few years now and it’s still the best monitor I’ve ever used. I love the curve and the extra real estate for having multiple windows open side by side.
Apple Magic Keyboard
I’ve tried a bunch of mechanical keyboards but I always come back to the Magic Keyboard. I love the low profile and the feel of the keys.
Apple Magic Mouse
I know everyone hates this mouse but I love it. I’ve tried a bunch of other mice and I always come back to this one.
Development tools
JetBrains Suite
I’ve been using JetBrains products for years and I still think they’re the best IDEs out there.
Termius
I’ve tried a bunch of different terminal emulators but I always come back to Termius. I love the simplicity and the cross-platform syncing.
Design
Figma
We started using Figma as just a design tool but now it’s become our virtual whiteboard for the entire company. Never would have expected the collaboration features to be the real hook.
Productivity
Slack
Slack is the hub of our company. We have a bunch of different channels for different teams and projects and it’s the first thing I check in the morning.
Notion
We use Notion for all of our internal documentation and it’s been a game-changer for us. It’s so easy to keep everything up to date and organized. I'm using Notion for my personal notes and tasks. I love the simplicity and the cross-platform syncing.