My defaults 2026
A developer shares his updated list of preferred software and tools for 2026, including code editors, terminal apps, and productivity software.
A developer shares his updated list of preferred software and tools for 2026, including code editors, terminal apps, and productivity software.
A developer shares their experience switching from iTerm2 to the new GPU-accelerated, minimalist Ghostty terminal app, including configuration tips.
Analyzes PyPI data to see if AI tools have increased software productivity, finding a significant boost in release frequency for new 'AI-native' packages.
Review of HazeOver, a Mac utility that dims background windows to highlight the active one, solving a macOS UI problem.
A Google engineer shares 14 lessons on teamwork, decision-making, and focusing on the right problems, based on 14 years of experience.
A review of Dot, a minimalist menu bar calendar app for Mac, highlighting its features, customization, and integration with major calendar services.
A developer explains their daily window management needs and why they chose the niri tiling window manager for a more efficient workflow.
A critical analysis of the '10x productivity' claims in AI-assisted software development, questioning quality and oversight.
A developer critiques the Eisenhower Matrix for task management and proposes a new personal system with seven alternative factors for prioritization.
Mitchell Hashimoto shares unconventional tips for integrating AI coding agents into a developer's workflow to boost productivity.
Mitchell Hashimoto shares unconventional tips for effectively integrating AI coding agents into a developer's workflow to boost productivity.
A developer's experiment using an iPad Air with a third-party keyboard as a laptop replacement for mobile work, detailing the setup and initial challenges.
A developer's manifesto on using AI as a tool without letting it replace critical thinking and personal intellectual effort.
A review of File Pilot, a fast and feature-rich replacement for Windows File Explorer, covering its benefits, installation, and current limitations.
A developer shares their effective workflow for using AI coding tools, specifically Claude Code with Opus 4.5, to boost productivity in software development.
A developer compares the workflow and experience of using Claude Code vs Cursor AI coding assistants, focusing on their distinct strengths in exploration and convergence.
A critique of perpetual 'improved Git integration' in IDEs, arguing developers should learn core Git instead of waiting for tools.
A software consultant announces an extended break from LinkedIn to focus on deep work, coding, course creation, and reduce AI-generated noise.
A podcast episode discussing the optimistic and pessimistic impacts of AI on software development and testing, including productivity gains and industry risks.
A developer's enthusiastic review of Raycast, a macOS productivity tool that replaces Spotlight, highlighting its UX, extensions, and key features like clipboard management.