Stuff I Use
Design & Prototyping
Figma
Figma is where I go to collaborate, ideate, define, iterate, and create documentation for designs.
Adobe Illustrator
I continue to use Illustrator when I require more robust vector tools, that Figma can't quite offer me.
Adobe InDesign
While I'd love to ditch this tool, it's still a regular guest in my workflow. Often when I need to craft PDFs, or other documents with a super-low file size, InDesign is the only application that can achieve that easily.
Eagle
Eagle is where I stash image, interactions, and other visuals that intrigue me. It's blazing fast and synced through Dropbox.
Sip
Primarily an app for selecting a color, and getting quick access to hex, rgba, etc. Also includes a handy contrast checker.
Codekit
Sometimes I get intimidated by command line tools, and just want a simple build process. Codekit saves me in so many regards. It's a powerful application that helps me build and design in code.
Typeface
A font management tool that makes organizing, and activing/deactivating fonts a breeze.Productivity
Claude
My AI tool of choice.
Clean Shot X
The best screenshot, annotation, screen recording tool out there. Seriously.
Things 3
My task manage of choice. It's pricy to hook up a mac, iphone and ipad, but this application is a joy to use. It's vital for keeping me on top of my tasks.
Notion
I use Notion for tracking content, taking notes, writing, and more. It's a central hub where I collect and organize parts of my personal and professional life.
Notion Calendar
My calendar of choice, hooked right up to Notion.
Moom
I've tried many window management applications, but time again I return to Moom. It just... works.
Raycast
A quicklauncher that has a ton of useful extensions. It's much friendlier of an experience than Alfred.
General
Adobe Lightroom
I use the CC version to edit and house my digital photography.
Raindrop.io
Raindrop is the tool I use to stash my read later list, as well as archive and file important links I may wish to reference in the future.
Rocket
An elegant and delightful app that brings Slack-like emojis to any application. I even have the pro version I love it so much!
Screenflow
A fantastic app that makes editing video simple and non-intimidating. This is especially great for stringing together screen recordings of design demos.
Screen Studio
A screen recording and video editor that I use when I need to zoom into parts of the screen. Makes animating transitions simple.
Bartender
This handy app tidies up my top-right mac menu items, providing a minimized state to reduce clutter.
Clean My Mac
Keeps my mac running quick and with plenty of space. Makes it easy to maintain my machine.
Reeder Classic
My RSS reader of choice on MacOS and iOS. Uses a Feedly account to store RSS.