My everyday gadgets and software.

As a wanna-be minimalist, I have very simple taste in stuff. I get only what I absolutely need and use them for as long as they'll last.

Workstation

  • 15” MacBook Air, M2, 16GB RAM (2022)

    Switching to a 15" laptop after years with a 13" has been a game changer. The bigger screen is so worth the extra bag weight.

  • AOC 32” Curved Gaming Monitor

    This wide display is everything. Zooming in and juggling apps and sites is a breeze, especially with my monitor arm.

  • Logitech MX Master 3 & MX Keys

    Best ergonomic mouse and keyboard, hands down. No wrist pain thanks to its design that keeps the blood flowing. Couldn't be happier with how well these work together.

  • JBL Link 20 Portable Speaker

    I recently repaired this old speaker I've had for a while because I got tired of the Apple HomePod always needing to be plugged for use. And honestly it sounds way better!

  • Apple AirPods Pro 2

    People are usually surprised to learn that I don't own big headphones. But why would I when my AirPods handle music and silence the world around me perfectly?

Tools

  • VS Code

    I used to be a JetBrains fangirl until I gave this IDE a shot. Now, it's my go-to until something even better comes along.

  • iTerm2

    I’m honestly not even sure what features I get with this that aren’t just part of the macOS Terminal but it’s what I use. And it gets the work done so I'm good.

  • Canva

    Went with Canva over Figma since I've been all about quick graphics lately. For UI design, though, Figma is the champ.

Productivity

  • Bible App

    Starting each day with prayer and devotion has been my morning ritual. It's my source of daily inspiration and my 431-day Bible reading streak is my proudest achievement yet.

  • Notion

    Using Notion makes me feel like I could actually be a project manager. It's where I sort out all my ideas, tasks, and dreams and keep an eye on my progress.

  • Slack

    Literally my virtual office. I love how one app lets me flip between my job and all my communities—whether it's web dev, tech writing, or contributing to open-source.

  • Spotify

    I always have a sermon, music, or podcast playing in the background as I work from home. And I've got a playlist for everything - working out, focusing or just relaxing.