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
16” MacBook Pro (2019)
I have been using an Intel-based MacBook since they released in early 2006. They are handsdown the best machines for development and security work
Dell p2419hc
I have been using 2 of these 24 inch screens at home and in my office for a few years now. The amount of connectivity (USB-A and USB-C) very usefull.
WSAD Custom keyboard
We use a full size WASD custom keyboard in the office, featuring Cherry MX Brown switches to not be super clicky but still give a tactile feel.
XTRFY K5 COMPACT Keyboard
65% custom keyboard with retro keycaps and Momoka (Flamingo) Linear switches. It is my go to travel keyboard that still offers full media keys and macro support.
Logitech MX Ergo
I switched to using the MX Ergo a few years ago and the amount of discomfort after a long day nearly dissapeared, having multiple channels including a receiver and bluetooth make this my go-to.
Development tools
Jetbrains
Ranging from Phpstorm, Pycharm and RubyMine the tools Jetbrains offers are second to none.
NeoVim
For all other stuff that has nothing to do with Php, Python or anything or if I just want to edit stuff fast. My config for NeoVim can be found in my dotfiles.
iTerm2
Works together with my own dotfiles that setup ZSH and Tmux just to way I like it.
Design
Affinity
Searching to replace Adobo I landed with Affinity Photo and Designer and have not looked since. They support all the plugins for Adobe software as well.
Productivity
Hammerspoon
Hammerspoon is a fork of Mjolnir by Steven Degutis. This is a tool for powerful automation of OS X. At its core, Hammerspoon is just a bridge between the operating system and a Lua scripting engine to control many aspects of your OS X environment.