My Toolkit: Trusted Software, Favorite Gadgets, and Top Recommendations

Discover the tools that power my day-to-day — from software solutions that streamline my workflow to gadgets that add joy to everyday tasks. Here’s a curated list of my tried and true recommendations that you might find valuable, too.

Workstation

  • 14” MacBook Pro, M1 Max, 16GB RAM (2021)

    Apple's 2021 release features the powerful M1 Max chip and 16GB of RAM, offering impressive processing speeds and a vibrant 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display.

  • TOPSKY Electric Adjustable Standing Desk

    A versatile standing desk solution that allows for smooth height adjustments with the touch of a button promoting a healthier work environment by encouraging regular position changes from sitting to standing.

  • 4K SAMSUNG Monitor 28'

    A Samsung's 28-inch 4K UHD monitor provides a high-resolution display and detailed image quality, enhancing productivity and visual experiences for gaming or multimedia applications.

  • Plugable Universal Docking Station

    A device that enables the connection of multiple peripherals to your laptop or PC through a single USB connection, simplifying the setup and providing a more organized workstation.

Development tools

  • PHPStorm

    A popular integrated development environment (IDE) specifically designed for PHP developers, offering a range of tools and features that streamline the coding process, including code completion and debigging functionalities.

  • VSCode

    A free, open-source code editor developed by Microsoft, known for its flexibility and supported by a wide variety of extensions, making it adaptable to various programming languages and frameworks.

  • iTerm2

    A macOS terminal replacement that offers enhanced functionality over the default terminal, including features such as split panes, search, and autocomplete.

  • Tinkerwell

    A magical code editor that allows developers to run PHP code instantly, locally or via SSH, offering a simplified and rapid development workflow.

  • TablePlus

    A modern, native tool with a clean user interface that allows developers to manage and organize databases more efficiently, supporting a variety of database types.

  • Laravel Valet

    A Laravel development environment for Mac minimalists, offering a great way to swiftly set up a robust development environment with fewer resources.

Design

  • Figma

    A collaborative interface design tool that allows teams to work together in real time, facilitating the creation of digital design projects, from wireframes to interactive prototypes.

WordPress Themes

  • Hello Elementor

    A lightweight and highly customizable WordPress theme designed to work seamlessly with the Elementor page builder, offering a canvas for designers to create their websites.

  • Astra

    A popular WordPress theme is known for its speed and lightweight structure, offering a range of pre-designed templates and high customization options through various page builders.

  • GeneratePress

    A fast, powerful, and easy-to-use WordPress theme offering a focus on speed and usability, providing a stable foundation for any website project.

  • Sage by Roots

    A starter theme for WordPress that helps developers build well-structured themes while utilizing modern development tools and practices, providing a better workflow and advanced capabilities.

WordPress Plugins

  • WP Rocket

    A caching plugin for WordPress that helps to improve website loading times, enhancing site performance and user experience through various optimization features.

  • ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)

    A WordPress plugin that allows users to add and display custom fields on their website, offering a user-friendly interface and enhancing the content management process.

  • Elementor Pro

    A premium page builder plugin for WordPress, offering a drag-and-drop interface that allows users to create complex layouts and design elements without any coding knowledge.

  • JetEngine (Crocoblock)

    A dynamic content plugin that extends the functionality of Elementor, offering tools to create custom post types, custom fields, and display them dynamically on the website.

  • Rank Math

    A WordPress SEO plugin that helps to optimize website content for search engines, offering a range of features including keyword analysis and SEO performance tracking.

Productivity

  • RayCast

    A productivity tool that streamlines the process of accessing applications, documents, and executing commands on macOS through a spotlight-like search interface, aiming to boost efficiency and save time for users.