What I use

This is a list of things I use regularly. Over time, it will evolve, and I’ll try to keep this page updated with the software and tools I rely on.

Currently, I have two main laptops: a 16” MacBook Pro M3 Max as my main workhorse, and a 13” MacBook Air M4 for when I head out or want to relax on the sofa. I complement them with a Mini-PC running Linux that handles small 24/7 scripts and stores photos and files. I prefer a minimalist setup and don’t rely on an external display. In addition, I only use a keyboard, mouse, and laptop stand.

Hardware

• MacBook Pro 16”, M3 Max, 36GB, 2024 - my main workhorse.
• MacBook Air 13”, M4, 2024 - for going outside or chilling on the sofa.
• MacBook Pro 16”, i9, 64GB, 2019 - a backup laptop in case something happens to the main one.
  • Anker 737 Charger (GaNPrime 120W) - instead of the standard charger because it is lighter and more convenient for travel.
• Mini-PC Beelink EQ12 N100 - a small home server and backup Linux work computer.
  • 2x Samsung SSD 870 EVO 4TB - one inside the Beelink, the other for backups.
• Router with OpenWrt Beryl AX (GL-MT3000) - for a stable home and travel network.
• Roost V3 - a laptop stand that helps relieve neck and back strain.
• Keychron K3 Pro (Red) - wireless keyboard.
• Logitech MX Anywhere 3S - wireless mouse.
• Sony WH-1000XM5 - excellent wireless headphones.
• AirPods Pro, 2nd gen. - headphones for the gym and city, light and convenient.
• iPhone 11 - main iOS phone.
• Galaxy A03 - Android phone.

When I am at home, I prefer to use:

• Shure MV7X - microphone for recording audio, used alone or with a boom arm.
• LG 34WK95U-W - wide 21:9 monitor instead of the laptop display.
• Logitech MX Master 3s - ergonomic mouse, I like it.
• Logitech Ergo K860 - ergonomic keyboard, I like its angle.

Editor and Terminal

• JetBrains Mono - main font for code;
• Ghostty - my current terminal;
  • fish + fisher + tide - shell, plugin manager, and prompt;
  • atuin, eza, sshs, direnv - terminal tools;
  • yazi - terminal file manager;
• Visual Studio Code - main editor for most tasks;
• Zed - for quick file opening;
• Neovim - for quick file editing in the terminal and sometimes for fun 🙂
• GoLand - for refactoring Go code;
• DataGrip - for working with databases;

Software

For detailed software setup, see my macOS Setup 2025 post where I cover all the tools and applications I use.

Workspace

I always liked simple IKEA tables and chairs. When I move, I just order them again, and everything is ready!

• IKEA MATCHSPEL - chair.
• IKEA NORDMYRA - large table, rated 5/5.
• IKEA LISABO - table that fits perfectly in small spaces.
• My previous chair Expert Sail ART was a great choice, generally better than the IKEA options.

Favorite stationery

• Pilot BPRK-10M 0.7 - ballpoint pen.
• Muji Pen Gel Ink 0.5mm - gel pen.
• Moleskine Classic Notebook - notebook that I like the most.

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Photo by Egor Myznik on Unsplash.