Uses
Tools, software, and equipment I use
These are the tools I use most regularly and happily. They're things that make doing work possible, smoother, and more enjoyable. (last updated 03/2026)
To see other people's "Uses" pages, checkout /uses, a project that compiles pages just like this one. It's interesting to look through and see what other people use, maybe even discover a few handy utilities.
Hardware & Accessories
- MacBook Pro 16" M1 Pro - Still the best laptop I've used. The performance and battery life are hard to beat.
- DELL U2723QE 4K Monitor - Excellent IPS panel with USB-C hub built in. One cable to rule them all.
- BenQ ScreenBar Plus - Sits on the monitor and lights the desk without any screen glare. The desk dial controller is a nice touch.
- Logitech K380 - Compact and quiet. Pairs to multiple devices and switches between them effortlessly.
- Apple Magic Mouse 2 - Charges in an awkward spot. But the swipe gestures keep me coming back every time.
- JBL TUNE235NC TWS - Great noise cancellation for the price. My daily commute companion.
- Yealink BH74 - Professional wireless headset for calls. Crystal-clear mic with solid all-day comfort.
- Kingston C-HUBC1-SR-EN USB Hub - Keeps all my peripherals connected through a single USB-C port.
Furniture
- Desktronic HomePro Black Oak 160×80 - Electric sit-stand desk. Switching between sitting and standing throughout the day has been a game-changer. I'll never go back to a fixed-height desk.
- Herman Miller Aeron - The chair that pays for itself in back pain you don't have. You shouldn't skimp on ergonomics.
Apps
- VS Code - My primary editor. The extension ecosystem is unmatched - I've tried others but always come back.
- Cursor - AI-native editor built on VS Code. I reach for it when I want AI pair-programming baked into the flow.
- iTerm2 - Feature-rich terminal with split panes and profiles. Has everything I need.
- Warp - A modern terminal that feels more like an IDE. The AI command search is genuinely useful.
- Arc - My browser of choice. Spaces and Boosts make it feel like a productivity tool in itself.
- Raycast - Replaced Spotlight entirely. App switching, clipboard history, snippets - it does everything faster.
- NordPass - Password manager I trust. Not having to think about credentials is worth the subscription cost.
- Notion - Where my projects, notes, and planning live. Flexible enough to adapt to almost any workflow.
- Spark - Email client that finally made me enjoy managing my inbox. Smart sorting and quick replies are a lifesaver.
- Slack - For team communication.
AI Tools
- Claude - My go-to for reasoning through complex problems, writing, and code review. Remarkably good at understanding context.
- ChatGPT - Great for quick lookups and when I need a second opinion.
- GitHub Copilot - Autocomplete that actually works. Speeds up the repetitive parts of coding significantly.
- Comet - AI-powered browser for research workflows. Still exploring its full potential.