Note: I prioritize open‑source software where possible and try to choose tools that respect privacy and portability.

Development

• Editor: Windsurf (VS Code fork)
• Terminal: macOS Terminal / iTerm2
• Browser: Firefox / Chrome (DevTools)
• Version Control: Git + GitHub, transitioning over to Source.tube and GitLab
• Timekeeping: Wakatime
• Static Site Generators: Eleventy (11ty) (primary), Astro, Hugo, Jekyll
  • Comments: webmention.io
  • POSSE: Bridgy (see [posse][/posse])
• Styling: Tailwind CSS and classless stylesheets like Sakura CSS and Tufte CSS
• Hosting/Deploy: Netlify; also Heroku and PikaPods
• Domain Management: Namecheap, transitioning over to Porkbun.
• Email: Private Email via Namecheap, unsure of transition process

Why: simple, static-first stack that's fast, accessible, and cheap to run; fits IndieWeb values.

Media

• Libby: Digital library app for borrowing e-books and audiobooks
• Storygraph: Book tracking and social reading platform
• Pocket Casts: Podcast listening app, see Podroll for my recommeded shows
• Kanopy: Streaming service for movies and documentaries
• Calibre: E-book management and conversion software

Learning

• Duolingo: Language (French) and chess learning app
• Clozemaster: Language (French) learning app
• Anki: Spaced repetition flashcard system
• Lichess: Open-source Chess platform for games and puzzles

Writing & Notes

• Daily journaling: 750words
• Knowledge base: Bear
• Longform writing: Ulysses
• Format: Markdown + YAML front matter
• Publishing: Medium
• Reading: Kobo Nia eInk reader

Why: Markdown-first workflow, portable formats, plain text survives. Daily 750-word practice maintains writing discipline. Medium monetization successful.

Design

• UI/Assets: Figma / Canva
• Image editing: GIMP, Inkscape, Krita

Why: fast iteration for assets; more open‑source tools when possible.

Productivity & Ops

• Project management: Todoist
• Scheduling: Calendly
• CRM: HubSpot (free) / Capsule
• Invoicing: Wave; Payments via Stripe
• Community: Discord; Membership via Patreon
• Commitment & focus: Beeminder, RescueTime
• Analytics: Privacy‑focused first: Plausible, Umami; optionally Netlify Analytics

Why: lean tools with generous free tiers and client-collab friendly workflows.

Hardware

• Main Computer: Apple 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)
  • 16GB RAM; 256GB SSD; Touch ID
  • Sky Blue; French Keyboard
  • MacOS Sequioa 15.7.1
• Mouse: HP X3000 G3 Wireless Mouse
  • 15‑month battery; side grips; travel‑friendly
  • Blue LED; 1600 DPI
• Mousepad: EooCoo Ergonomic Mouse Pad
  • Memory foam wrist rest; non‑slip base
  • Size: 9.64 × 8.26 in
• iPad: Apple iPad (A16) 128 GB
  • Accessories:
    • ESR Keyboard Case—floating stand, backlit keys, trackpad
    • ESR Paper‑Feel Magnetic Screen Protector—good for drawing; anti‑glare
    • Metapen A8 Pencil
• Phone: Apple iPhone 14
  • Midnight black; 128GB storage
• Keyboard: Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA (TKL)
  • 87‑key programmable; red LED backlit
• Keycaps: Happy Balls PBT Keycaps
  • Side/front print; OEM profile; Gray/White combo
• Monitor: HP P224 21.5" Full HD LED LCD
  • 1920×1080; HDMI/DisplayPort; Black
• Desktop: ACER Nitro 50 N50‑640‑ER11
  • Debian distro BunsenLabs; Intel Core i5‑12400F (6‑core, 2.5 GHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4 GB; 12GB DDR4
  • Storage: 1 TB HDD + 256 GB SSD

ThinkPads

• Lenovo ThinkPad X270

  • OS: BunsenLabs
  • Display: 12.5" 1920×1080 IPS
  • CPU: Intel Core i5‑7200U (2.5–3.1 GHz)
  • GPU: Intel HD 620
  • Memory: 8 GB DDR4‑2400
  • Storage: Toshiba NVMe 512 GB
  • Weight: 1.37 kg

• Lenovo ThinkPad W520 (15.6")

  • OS: Lubuntu
  • CPU: Intel Core i7‑2860QM
  • GPU: NVIDIA Quadro 1000M (2 GB)
  • Memory: 8 GB DDR3
  • Storage: 500 GB (7200 rpm)

• Lenovo ThinkPad X200t

  • Use: WriterDeck — writerDeck.org
  • CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo SL9600 (2.1 GHz)
  • GPU: Intel GMA 4500MHD
  • Memory: 4 GB DDR3‑1066
  • Display: 12.1" 1280×800
  • Storage: 320 GB (7200 rpm)
  • Notes: classic ports and digitizer pen

For Gaming: Retroid Pocket 2S

• Released: Aug 2023 — OS: Android 11 — Screen: 3.5" 640×480 IPS (4:3)
• Performance: Best for Saturn, Dreamcast. Compare · Puinguin Main
• Specs: UNISOC Tiger T610; 8‑core CPU (A75); Mali‑G52 MP2; 3 GB LPDDR4X; 32 GB storage; 4000 mAh; Wi‑Fi 5; BT 5.0

eReader: Kobo Nia

Small and light; excellent public library integration; no audiobooks or subscription reading services.

Name	Value
Dimensions	4.4 × 6.2 × 0.36 in
Weight	6.06 oz
Screen Size	6 inches
Storage Capacity	8 GB
Book Formats	HTML, MOBI, PDF, TXT, EPUB, RTF

Stationery

• Field Notes
  • Expedition
  • Pitch Black
  • National Parks — Yellowstone
• Blackwing Pencils
  • 602 (firm)
  • Pearl (balanced)
  • Matte (soft)
• Midori Traveller's Notebook
  • Passport size; Dark Brown
• LEUCHTTURM1917
  • Black Grid
• Bleswin Leather Hardcover Planner
  • Sticker tabs; weekly goals; habit tracker
• Campus Notebook
  • Kokuyo Campus; lined; A5
• Zebra Pens
  • Sarasa Clip 0.5 — black, blue‑black
  • Mildliner highlighters
• Sakura Pigma Micron
  • Size 03
• Pilot Drawing Pen
  • Size 02
• Stabilo Highlighters
  • Pastel set

Wearables

• Apple Watch Series 4
  • GPS + Cellular; 44mm case; Midnight Black Aluminum
  • Band: Magnetic Apple Band (Midnight Black)
• Fitbit Inspire 3
  • Activity tracking; heart rate monitoring; sleep tracking
  • Water resistant; 7-day battery

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