Software, Tools & Stack
I use a carefully curated set of tools to streamline my workflow, boost productivity, and stay organized across projects.
Development & Productivity
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VS Code & Warp Terminal – My daily drivers for coding and terminal workflows.
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Drizzle Studio – Helps manage database schemas efficiently.
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create-t3-app – My go-to setup for bootstrapping full-stack projects.
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Rectangle – Organizing windows efficiently on macOS.
Communication
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Discord – Community interaction and real-time discussions.
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Mattermost (self-hosted) – A Slack alternative for team communication.
Time Tracking & Collaboration
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TimeBuzzer (with hardware) – Tracks my projects with a physical button interface.
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Notion – My all-in-one workspace for notes, project planning, and documentation.
Browsers & Search Engines
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Zen Browser – My daily browser.
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Chrome & Safari – Used for testing purposes.
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Google – My primary search engine for SEO research and analysis.
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Qwant, Ecosia, Brave, Bing – Used for broader search perspectives.
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Supporting Sustainability – I actively contribute to Ecosia and Greenpeace to support reforestation and environmental efforts.
Graphic & Design
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Excalidraw – Quick sketches and visual thinking.
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Affinity Photo & Affinity Designer – Professional image editing and vector design.
Domain & Hosting
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World4You – My primary domain provider (Austrian-based, reliable since the start of my career).
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Netlify & Vercel – Preferred hosting platforms; Vercel for its effortless setup and Netlify for headless browser support (e.g., Puppeteer).
Music & Outdoor Activities
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Music – I play piano and bass, exploring different styles as a creative outlet.
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Outdoor Activities – Actively spending time with kids outdoors, encouraging movement, play, and exploration.
Fitness & Lifestyle
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Music – I play piano and bass, exploring different styles as a creative outlet.
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Outdoor Activities – Actively spending time with kids outdoors, encouraging movement, play, and exploration.