Setup
The hardware, software, and other things that I use most often.
Software
- Roam ResearchQ4 2025
I've tried every note taking and journaling app. Roam matches my brain best.
- SuperhumanQ3 2017
The best email app. One of the few products I would be very upset to use.
- Apple MusicQ1 2024
The only drawback is how many of my friends still use Spotify.
- KlackQ1 2023
I still want to hear the NuPhy keyboard even when I'm wearing my headphones.
- CleanShot XQ3 2024
The best screenshot and quick screen recording tool.
- ClopQ2 2025
Fast and seamless image optimization and conversion.
AI
- ChatGPTQ4 2022
The most feature-complete chatbot with the most intelligent top-tier models.
- ClaudeQ1 2026
Has become my go-to chatbot for 80% of day-to-day work.
- ChatGPT AtlasQ4 2025
Current best AI-driven browser. The agentic browser is fragile but useful.
- CursorQ1 2025
Used to build this website, side projects, and to find connections within my years of journals.
Codex CLI & Claude CodeQ1 2026
Interchangeable agentic AI tools for the terminal. Codex excels at complex back-end work. Claude Code is stronger for design and front-end development.
- NotebookLMQ1 2026
The best research assistant and learning tool.
- GranolaQ3 2025
The leading AI-assisted note taking tool for meetings.
- Wispr FlowQ3 2025
I've bounced back and forth between Flow and Superwhisper. Both are great.
Hardware
MacBook Pro 14" (M5)Q4 2025
The best computer I've ever owned.
NuPhy Halo65Q1 2024
The most satisfying keyboard, in both feel and sound.
Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic MouseQ3 2024
After a year of wrist pain, I finally switched away from the Magic Mouse, and won't be going back.
Apple Studio DisplayQ1 2025
For people who want the Pro Display XDR but won't actually pay for it.
iPhone 17 ProQ3 2025
The first phone upgrade that didn't make me feel anything at all (from iPhone 15 Pro).
Apple Vision ProQ1 2024
The most underrated piece of tech I own. It's magical.
Daylight ComputerQ3 2025
My favorite device for reading and writing. But the Android ecosystem and shotty apps almost ruin it.
Yamazaki Tablet StandQ4 2025
Stand for Daylight Computer that makes it a bit easier to use the device for writing.
Blue Yeti Nano USB MicrophoneQ1 2022
Used primarily for video walkthroughs and virtual AI training sessions.
Anker Laptop Power BankQ3 2025
The best power bank to fully charge a laptop while traveling and speaking.
Logitech Litra BeamQ4 2025
A beautiful dual sided light used for recorded walkthroughs and virtual training sessions.
Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafeQ4 2025
Why buy a better webcam when you can just use your iPhone?
AirPods MaxQ4 2020
Daily headphones. Probably not the best bang for your buck, but I love the ecosystem integration.
AirPods ProQ1 2025
Used for virtual presentations, long walks, and chores around the house.
SCUF Instinct ProQ2 2025
Great feel and durability. Long-time fan of SCUF controllers.
TonalQ1 2024
The best investment I've ever made in my health. It helped me turn strength training into a weekly habit.