Tools, Gadgets, and Recommendations

People often ask me about the tools I use for software development, staying productive, or the gadgets I buy to feel productive, even when I'm just procrastinating. Here’s a comprehensive list of all my favorite items.

Development tools

  • Visual Studio Code

    Despite the abundance of advanced IDEs, Visual Studio Code stands out as the ultimate code editor with its balance of simplicity and powerful features. It's my go-to tool for coding, offering unmatched flexibility and a thriving ecosystem of extensions.

  • Cursor

    In a world full of feature-rich development environments, Cursor remains unparalleled in its elegance and efficiency. It might not have every bell and whistle, but its intuitive interface and smooth operation make it the best choice for a seamless coding experience.

Design

  • Figma

    I started using Figma as just a design tool but now it’s become my virtual whiteboard. Never would have expected the collaboration features to be the real hook.

  • Adobe Photoshop

    I started using Adobe Photoshop primarily for editing images, but it has now become my go-to tool for creating intricate designs and graphics. The versatility and depth of features have made it indispensable for bringing my creative visions to life.

Productivity

  • Notion

    I started using Notion for notes, its my go-to productivity tool for managing projects and tasks. Its flexible and makes collaboration easy.

  • FigJam

    FigJam was just for brainstorming, but now it's the productivity tool I use where my ideas come to life. The real-time collaboration is a game-changer.

  • Confluence

    Confluence place for documentation, the productivity tool I use for our team’s knowledge sharing. It keeps everyone on the same page effortlessly.