Tools & Setup
The AI productivity tools, apps, and systems I use to work, create, and build in public.
This is a living document—I'll update it as my stack evolves. Last updated: January 2026.
AI & Development
AI-assisted coding, website development, and personal knowledge management
Best balance of coding capability and natural language understanding. Can access my local file system, making it perfect for Obsidian integration.
Primary code editor for all development work
Industry standard, excellent extensions, Git integration, and highly customizable.
Version control and open-source collaboration
Industry standard. All my projects live here.
Hosting and deployment for Next.js sites (including this one)
Instant deployments, great developer experience, free tier for personal projects.
React framework powering this website
Server-side rendering, great DX, built-in optimizations.
Domain registration and DNS management
Simple domain management interface.
Personal Knowledge Management
My second brain. All notes, journal entries, and life documentation live here.
Local-first (my data stays with me), markdown-based (AI-friendly), infinitely customizable, integrates with Claude Code.
Team collaboration, databases, and lightweight project management
Best-in-class database features and team sharing. Previously powered this website via Super.so before I migrated to Next.js.
Quick capture on the go, ephemeral thoughts that don't need structure
Frictionless. Opens instantly, syncs perfectly across Apple devices.
Hardware & Health
Primary development machine
Powerful performance for development work, excellent battery life, seamless Apple ecosystem integration.
Spatial computing experiments, productivity workflows, and immersive focus sessions
I work on this product, but I also genuinely use it for productivity. Best mixed reality headset available.
Spatial computing with tight Apple ecosystem integration
Seamless integration with my MacBook, iPhone, and other Apple devices. Premium spatial computing experience.
Mobile device for communication and quick capture
Best camera system, reliable performance, deep integration with my other Apple devices.
Wireless earbuds for focus work
Excellent noise cancellation, seamless device switching, comfortable for all-day wear.
Fitness tracking, recovery monitoring, and sleep optimization
Comprehensive health data that helps me optimize my daily routines and work performance.
Temperature-controlled sleep for better rest and recovery
Sleep quality directly impacts productivity. The temperature control makes a significant difference.
Content Creation
Publishing my blog, portfolio, and experiments
Migrated from Notion + Super.so for more control, better performance, and SEO. Built entirely using vibe coding with Claude Code. Tech stack: Next.js 15, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, deployed on Vercel.
Email newsletter (The Degenerate)
Built-in email infrastructure, reader discovery features, simple to use.
Personal Finance
Comprehensive personal finance dashboard for budgets, transactions, and investments
All-in-one view of my financial life. Clean interface, powerful tracking.
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