Software and other stuff I use and like. You might too.
We software people love to compare our development setup. So here is mine before you ask.
Workstation
14” MacBook Pro, M1 Pro, 16GB RAM (2021)
This is my work laptop. It fits into a small backpack and with a long battery life, makes it outstanding for working outside of home.
Macbook Air M1, 16GB RAM (2020)
The trusty laptop that still rocks even though it is from a few years ago. My personal laptop.
iPad Air (11 inch, 6th gen)
I use this iPad mostly for music and reading. It is a very good media consumption device.
Dell UltraSharp 27 USB-C Monitor: U2719DC
This 2K resolution monitor can be adjusted ergonomically and has lots of video inputs and usb passthrough connectivity. The USB-C can be connected to your laptop to provide both power and video output, which reduces the number of cables on your desk.
Logitech MX Master 3
I really like that when using this mouse, the thumb resting area ensures no part of your hand is sliding around the desk. It is a very comfortable mouse which ensures zero finger cramps. I use this mouse when I am outside the house.
Logitech G502 X Wired Gaming Mouse
This mouse also has a thumb resting area, although smaller than the MX Master 3, it works well. I use this wired version as I have a work laptop and personal laptop, and want to be able to change my laptop but use the same peripherals. Since it is wired, I just need to plug my dongle from one laptop to the other and the peripherals work.
Development tools
Visual Studio Code
A really good code editor. I really like the remote SSH functionality which allows easier remote debugging and using remote devboxes.
Productivity
Todoist
I jumped from Todoist to TickTick to Taskwarrior, and now have settled back on Todoist for the nice UI on web and mobile.
Homelab
Beelink SER7 Mini PC, AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
I am using this mini PC as a server to hosts applications like this website.
Beelink Mini S12, Intel N95 x 3
I am using these to host a Kubernetes cluster running on Talos OS.