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

  • Dell XPS 9530 Laptop 15.6", 64GB RAM (2021)

    A powerful Intel-based laptop that supports my workflow. While Windows handles operational tasks, my development environment runs seamlessly on WSL 2.

  • Ergotopia Desktopia Pro X Electronically Height-Adjustable Desk

    A versatile, height-adjustable desk designed for ergonomic comfort and productivity, perfect for adapting to any workflow.

  • Keychron K10 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard

    A durable and reliable keyboard built to last, offering exceptional typing comfort and performance. I keep extras on hand for future needs.

  • Razer DeathAdder Pro

    Precision and responsiveness make this mouse an essential tool for seamless navigation and productivity.

  • Herman Miller Embody Chair

    Designed for optimal support and comfort, this chair ensures long hours at work are as ergonomic and productive as possible.

Development Tools

  • JetBrains Toolbox

    A comprehensive suite of development tools that streamline project management and ensure efficient coding workflows.

  • DBeaver

    A versatile database management tool that simplifies querying, visualization, and analysis across multiple database platforms.

  • WSL2

    The Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 enables a seamless Linux development environment on Windows, offering improved performance and full system compatibility.

  • GitHub

    A leading platform for version control and collaboration, enabling seamless code management, team collaboration, and project deployment.

  • Insomnia

    A powerful API client that simplifies testing and debugging of RESTful and GraphQL APIs, streamlining development workflows.