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
14” MacBook Pro, M1 Pro, 16GB RAM (2021)
The best laptop I’ve ever owned. It’s fast, has a great keyboard, and the battery life is insane. I can’t believe how much better the M1 Pro is than the Intel chips.
Logitech MX Anywhere 3
I’ve been using the MX Anywhere series for years and I love the compact size and the ability to switch between devices with the button on the bottom.
Development tools
Vs Code
I’ve been using Vs Code for a few years now and I love it. I’ve tried to switch to other editors a few times but I always come back.
iTerm2
I’m honestly not even sure what features I get with this that aren’t just part of the macOS Terminal but it’s what I use.
TablePlus
Great software for working with databases. Has saved me from building about a thousand admin interfaces for my various projects over the years.
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
MindfulDay
I’ve been using MindfulDay for a few months now and I love it. It’s a simple habit tracker that’s been great for keeping me on track with my daily routines. you can find it on https://bisakerjaremote.com/mindfulday.
Obsidian
I’ve been using Obsidian for a few months now and I love it. It’s a great tool for taking notes and organizing my thoughts.
Focus
Simple tool for blocking distracting websites when I need to just do the work and get some momentum going.