Software I use, and things I recommend.

I get asked a lot about the things I use to build software, stay productive, or buy to fool myself into thinking I'm being productive when I’m really just procrastinating. Here’s a big list of all of my favorite stuff.

Engineering

  • TailwindCSS

    I rely on Tailwind for all my projects. I am sure you know it by now! I use it for all my projects, and it is a great tool for quickly building beautiful interfaces.

  • Shadcn

    Beautifully designed components that you can copy and paste into your projects. They are simple, clean, and easy to use.

  • Hono

    Hono is a modern, open-source web framework for building just about anything. It has a beautiful DX and has some of the best typescript support I have seen in a while.

  • Nextjs

    Next.js is my go-to for all React projects. It is an excellent framework for developing static, server-rendered, and hybrid React applications.

  • Vercel

    I use Vercel for most of my websites. It is highly flexible and user-friendly, capable of scaling with my site and providing numerous outstanding features out of the box.

Design

  • v0

    I find v0 to be a great tool for creating beautiful designs. It can be used by just about anyone and helps you get going on building features.

  • Figma

    Figma is my preferred tool for all design work, including wireframes, prototypes, and final designs. It is an excellent platform for collaboration with others.

Analytics

  • Dub

    Dub is a fun way to see who clicks on your links. They have built a truly amazing platform, loaded with features for every use case.

Utilities

  • Monitor Control

    Monitor Control is a macOS app that allows you to control your external monitor's brightness, contrast, and volume. It is a fantastic tool for managing your monitor settings.

  • Raycast

    Raycast is a productivity tool for macOS that lets you control your tools with a few keystrokes. It is a fantastic way to save time and stay focused on your work.

  • Rectangle

    Rectangle is a window management app for macOS that allows you to move and resize windows with ease.