Uses
A somewhat comprehensive list of tools, apps, and gear I use to design, build, automate, and sometimes overcomplicate things. Updated regularly as I burn through plugins and workflows. (Yes, that is a Johnny Mnemonic GIF in the background - priorities.)
Automation + AI + Ops
- I use n8n as my core automation engine - building workflows that connect APIs, trigger webhooks, process data, and automate repetitive tasks across tools.
- For observability, I run Prometheus and Grafana to monitor network traffic, service health, and performance across my homelab.
- AI plays a big part in my setups - I integrate tools like ChatGPT, OpenRouter and other AI APIs for content generation, summarization, smart tagging, and decision-making within automated flows.
Design
- Figma is where all my UI/UX design happens - fast, intuitive, and collaborative.
- I use Blender for any 3D mockups or motion content. It’s free, powerful, and perfect for stylized visuals.
- I also dabble with texture design and WebGL-style shaders when I want to bring something extra into front-end builds.
Development
- I use VSCode as my text editor. (Boring I know..)
- Google Chrome is my main browser for both development and general use.
- I mostly build with React backed by PostCSS and Framer Motion for that snappy frontend polish.
- For shaders and creative UI, I experiment with three.js — big learning curve, big payoff.
Hardware
| Desktop | Mac Mini (M2) |
|---|---|
| Monitors | 1440p Dell U2717D & U2518D (27" & 25" Left Portrait) |
| Keyboard | Epomaker TH80 SE (Budgerigar Switch) |
| Mouse | Logitech MX Master 3 |
| Laptop | Macbook Air 13″ |
| Server | Mac Pro (2x Intel Xeon) |
| Operating System | Unraid |
| Gaming Console | Sony PlayStation 5 |