Uses
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The tools I use on a daily basis are as follows:
Hardware
- I use an Apple MacBook Pro 16” (2021) as my laptop. It operates quietly without a fan and works well. I connect it to an external monitor and keyboard in clamshell mode.
- The monitor I use is the Dell U2720Q, a 27” 4K display with a 60Hz refresh rate. It provides a glare-free viewing experience.
- For my keyboard, I use the Apple Magic Keyboard.
- The Logitech MX Vertical is my preferred mouse. It provides ergonomic support and keeps my wrist comfortable.
- I rely on pen and paper for taking meeting notes and journaling.
- I use the Bose QC35 headphones for calls while working from home.
- My AirPods (1st gen) are used for listening to music and podcasts.
- I have been using the iPhone 11 for a while, and it continues to function well.
Software
- I use Chrome for work-related tasks and Safari for private browsing.
- Things is my go-to application for managing my to-do list.
- Reeder is the RSS reader I use for reading and saving articles for later.
- Apple Notes is my preferred note-taking app.
- For writing and coding, I rely on VS Code with SF Mono as the font.
- Raycast is another software tool I use.
- Apple Numbers is my choice for spreadsheet tasks.
- I use 1Password for password management.
- Arq backup, paired with AWS, allows me to back up my data to the cloud and local disk.
- Bartender is a helpful tool for organizing menu bar items on my Mac.
- CleanShot X is my preferred screenshot tool, offering a comprehensive set of features.
- DevUtils is a collection of developer tools that I find useful.
- Focus is a software I use to keep myself focused at work.
- I rely on Spotify for music streaming.
- Overcast is my preferred app for listening to podcasts.
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