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.