Introduction
Here’s my go-to list of tools and services that keep me productive, organized, and informed.
On my computer
Essentials
- Arch Linux: Lightweight, customizable OS. For an easier setup, try EndeavourOS.
- Sway WM: Successor to i3, runs on Wayland, offering a dynamic window management experience.
- Fish: Intuitive shell with great defaults.
- Alacritty: Fast, straightforward terminal emulator. Check out my post on command-line tools.
Applications
- Anki: Flashcards for remembering anything.
- Calibre: E-book manager.
- Firefox: Web browser, enhanced with tweaks from Betterfox.
- Logseq: My preferred note-taking tool.
- Neovim: Powerful code and text editor with a steep learning curve that pays off.
On my phone
- AnkiDroid: Mobile flashcards.
- Firefox: Main browser for its privacy features.
- Fountain: Podcast player with Lightning Network integration.
- Logseq: Consistent note-taking across devices.
- Signal: Secure communication app.
Note: My phone is free of games and distracting apps to stay focused.
Services I use
- Language Learning Apps: Fluent Forever, Duolingo, Memrise for continuous language learning.
- Github/GitLab: For contributing to open-source projects and personal coding.
- Nirvana: Task management using the GTD method.
- Readwise: Capture and curate content from Kindle, RSS feeds, and newsletters.
- Spotify: Music streaming across all devices.