Tools
The software, extensions, and utilities that support my day-to-day engineering workflow.
Development stack
A quick map of what I reach for at each layer of the workflow.
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AI Coding
Codex , Cursor , Claude Code , Windsurf
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Editors & IDEs
VS Code , WebStorm , Zed , Neovim
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Terminal & CLI
Warp , iTerm2 , Ghostty , tmux
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Databases & API
DataGrip , TablePlus , Postman , Bruno
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Browsers
Chrome , Brave , Zen , Arc
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Browser Extensions
Bitwarden , Instant Data Scraper , JSON viewer
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Hosting & Deployments
Vercel , Railway , Render , Azure
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CI/CD & Automation
GitHub Actions , Docker , scripts , cron jobs
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Design & Assets
Figma , Excalidraw , Icon sets , screenshots
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Productivity
Raycast , Obsidian , TickTick , Calendar
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Monitoring & Analytics
Sentry , LogSnag , Plausible , WakaTime
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Hardware & System
MacBook setup , monitor , keyboard , mouse , utilities
Browsers
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Chrome
Browser I still use for compatibility checks, devtools, and extension coverage.
Best when you need the default baseline for testing or broad web compatibility.
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Brave
Browser I use when I want strong privacy defaults and fewer distractions.
Best if you want a Chromium browser with aggressive blocking out of the box.
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Zen Browser
Browser I like for a calmer, more focused workspace and cleaner tab management.
Best when you want a more intentional daily browsing experience than stock browsers offer.
Browser Extensions
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Adblock Plus
Ad blocker I use to reduce noise, improve readability, and avoid low-quality page clutter.
Best if you want a familiar ad blocker with broad browser support.
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Bitwarden Password Manager
Browser extension I use to autofill, save, and manage passwords directly while browsing.
Best when you want password access embedded into the browser instead of only using the desktop app.
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Instant Data Scraper
Scraping extension I use for pulling structured table and list data from pages quickly.
Best for lightweight extraction tasks when a full scraping stack would be overkill.
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JSON Alexander
JSON viewer extension I use to inspect formatted API responses inside the browser.
Best when you often open raw JSON in the browser and want it rendered more clearly.
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Postman Interceptor
Browser bridge I use to sync cookies and request context into Postman more easily.
Best when browser session data needs to flow directly into API testing.
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PriceTip - Instant Currency Converter
Currency conversion extension I use to understand prices inline without leaving the current page.
Best for international browsing where quick price context matters.
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Publer
Browser extension I use to share links and content into Publer without breaking flow.
Best if Publer is already part of your social publishing workflow.
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Script Vault
Script-focused extension for storing or running repeatable browser-side workflows.
Best if you keep a personal set of reusable scripts in the browser.
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SuperLevels
Browser productivity extension that appears to support faster navigation or workflow augmentation.
Best if you want another layer of browser-side productivity shortcuts and tooling.
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Google Sheets Downloader
Utility extension for exporting or downloading Google Sheets content more quickly.
Best when spreadsheet export is part of a repeated browser-based workflow.
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Application Launcher For Drive (by Google)
Google Drive helper extension for launching and working with Drive files more directly in Chrome.
Best if Google Drive is central to your browser workflow.
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FolderLLM: Create Folders
Browser extension for organizing AI or browser context into folders and more manageable structures.
Best if your browser workflow benefits from stronger organization around repeated research or AI tasks.
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Taplio Connect
LinkedIn-focused extension I use to support posting, outreach, or prospecting workflows around Taplio.
Best if Taplio is already part of your LinkedIn content or growth workflow.
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Watchmarker for YouTube
YouTube helper extension for marking or tracking watched video progress more explicitly.
Best if you use YouTube heavily for learning and want better state tracking.
Development
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VS Code
My default editor for shipping frontend and full-stack work quickly.
Best all-around code editor because the extension ecosystem is still hard to beat.
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Wakatime
Passive coding analytics I use to understand where my time actually goes.
Best if you want accurate activity tracking without manual logging.
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Github Desktop
GUI Git client I reach for when I want a visual branch and history workflow.
Best for lightweight Git work when the terminal is unnecessary.
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WebStorm
JavaScript and TypeScript IDE I use when I want a heavier but very capable coding environment.
Best for large frontend or full-stack codebases where IDE-level refactoring pays off.
Infrastructure
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Docker
Container tooling I use to standardize local environments and service dependencies.
Best default choice for portable dev environments and reproducible stacks.
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Azure
Cloud platform I have used for hosting, deployment, and managed services.
Best when a project already sits inside the Microsoft ecosystem.
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Github Actions
CI/CD tooling I use for checks, deployments, and workflow automation.
Best when code, automation, and deployment pipelines all live in GitHub already.
Data & API
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TablePlus
Clean database client I use for inspecting tables, queries, and connections quickly.
Best overall database GUI for speed and day-to-day developer use.
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Postman
API testing tool I use for quick request inspection, collections, and debugging.
Best when collaboration and saved request flows matter more than minimalism.
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DBngin
Handy local database manager for spinning services up quickly on macOS.
Best for local database setup when I want speed over manual configuration.
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DataGrip
Database IDE I use when I want a more full-featured query and schema workflow.
Best when you spend a lot of time inside databases and want stronger tooling than a lightweight client.
Productivity
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Obsidian
My main note-taking tool for linked thinking, drafts, and long-form knowledge capture.
Best for people who want local-first notes with structure that can grow over time.
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Raycast
Launcher I use for commands, snippets, quick links, extensions, and general Mac automation.
Best overall productivity launcher if you prefer keyboard-first workflows.
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TickTick
Task manager I use when I want more structure than native reminders provide.
Best for recurring tasks, routines, and a stronger productivity system.
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Cal.com
Scheduling tool I use when I want booking links without a lot of overhead.
Best for simple meeting workflows and cleaner calendar handoff.
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Reminders
Default Apple task manager I still use for lightweight personal capture.
Best if you are deep in the Apple ecosystem and want zero setup.
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MeetingBar
Menu bar app I use to surface upcoming meetings and join them with one click.
Best when your day is full of calls and calendar context needs to stay visible.
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Maccy
Lightweight clipboard manager I use to keep copy history accessible without extra clutter.
Best if you want a fast clipboard manager that stays out of the way.
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Wispr Flow
Voice-to-text tool I use when speaking is faster than typing and I still want clean output.
Best for dictation-heavy workflows where speed matters more than manual typing.
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Cotypist
AI autocomplete tool I use when I want faster writing across everyday Mac apps.
Best for high-volume writing where predictive text is more useful than full dictation.
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TabTab
Tab and window switcher I use when I want faster navigation across lots of browser and app context.
Best if you regularly juggle many tabs and want a more compact switcher.
Learning
Security
Utilities
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Rectangle
Window management app I use to snap, resize, and move windows quickly with shortcuts.
Best free choice for reliable window management on macOS.
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Macs Fan Control
Utility I use to monitor thermals and keep heavy workloads under control.
Best when you want explicit thermal visibility on Intel Macs.
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AppCleaner
Small uninstall utility I use to remove apps cleanly without leaving leftover files behind.
Best for removing Mac apps thoroughly without manual cleanup.
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AlDente
Battery utility I use to control charging limits and keep MacBook battery health in better shape.
Best when you want explicit control over charging behavior on a MacBook.
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LinearMouse
Mouse and trackpad utility I use to fine-tune scrolling, acceleration, and button behavior.
Best if the default macOS mouse settings feel too limited or inconsistent.
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CodexBar
Menu bar tool for tracking AI coding usage limits, resets, and provider status in one place.
Best if you regularly work across Codex, Claude Code, Cursor, and similar tools.
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DockDoor
Dock enhancement tool I use for faster window previews, switching, and dock-driven control.
Best when you want the Dock to feel more capable without becoming heavy.
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MxPowerGadget
Apple Silicon monitoring app I use to keep an eye on power, thermals, and performance behavior.
Best when you want a focused power and performance view on an M-series Mac.
