Apps I Use

The apps I rely on for coding, productivity, communication, note-taking, and managing my digital life.

  1. 1Password

    Security

    I love having passwords and authentication codes in the same app, and the overall experience is extremely intuitive.

  2. Antigravity

    Editor

    I use Antigravity because I own the Pro plan, though I do not use it much.

  3. ChatGPT/Codex

    AI

    I use ChatGPT for questions and writing, and Codex when I want an agent working through a repository.

  4. Claude Code

    AI

    I use Claude Code for code analysis, implementation, and larger development tasks.

  5. CleanMyMac

    Utility

    An important utility for keeping my Mac clean and managing unnecessary files. It is one of the best apps I have used for this purpose.

  6. CleanShot X

    Screenshots

    My preferred app for screenshots and quick annotated captures.

  7. cmux

    Developer tool

    The terminal I use when several coding agents are running at once and I need to see which one is waiting.

  8. Cursor

    Editor

    One of the best AI-powered code editors, although it can become quite expensive.

  9. Dataflare

    Database

    My database client for connecting to and managing PostgreSQL databases.

  10. DeepSeek Harness

    AI

    I use DeepSeek Harness for open-source agent work, from coding tasks to everyday files and documents.

  11. Discord

    Communication

    Useful for communication and participating in different communities.

  12. f.lux

    Display

    Adjusts the color temperature of the screen and reduces blue light, especially at night. A must-have for me.

  13. FunKey

    Utility

    Adds mechanical keyboard sounds while typing. I occasionally use it when coding directly on my MacBook keyboard.

  14. GitKraken

    Developer tool

    My preferred application for visual Git and repository management.

  15. Goodnotes

    Notes

    One of the best apps for handwritten notes, especially when using an iPad and Apple Pencil.

  16. Google Chrome

    Browser

    I have tried Edge, Safari, Firefox, and Arc, but Chrome still works best for me.

  17. Grok Bot

    AI

    I use Grok Bot for agents that can keep working across my tools after I step away.

  18. Hermes

    AI

    I use Hermes for agent work that needs tools, memory, and the ability to keep running beyond a single chat.

  19. Irvue

    Personalization

    A useful app for automatically changing desktop wallpapers.

  20. Kindle

    Reading

    My primary app for reading ebooks.

  21. Linear

    Tasks

    I use Linear to track issues and the work in progress across projects.

  22. LocalCan

    Developer tool

    One of the best tools I have found for exposing local development endpoints.

  23. Lunar

    Display

    Helps manage brightness and display settings properly across a multi-monitor setup.

  24. Notion

    Notes

    One of my main tools for structured notes, documentation, and organizing information.

  25. Orca

    Editor

    I use Orca to run coding agents side by side, each in its own worktree.

  26. Raycast

    Productivity

    An essential part of my workflow on both macOS and Windows.

  27. SaneBar

    Utility

    Hides the menu bar icons I do not need and keeps the ones I use within reach.

  28. Screen Studio

    Recording

    My preferred app for creating polished screen recordings.

  29. Slack

    Communication

    I use Slack for work conversations and coordinating with other people.

  30. Spark

    Email

    I use Spark because there is no better Mac app right now that handles email without costing a lot, though I'd switch as soon as I find a better alternative.

  31. T3 Code

    Editor

    I use T3 Code to run Claude Code, Codex, and my other coding agents from one place. It is my daily driver for work.

  32. Telegram

    Communication

    Useful for Telegram bots, personal automations, and a few communities.

  33. WhichSpace

    Utility

    Shows the current macOS Space in the menu bar so I do not lose track of which desktop I am on.