Tools & Gear
A curated collection of the hardware, software, and tools I use daily to create exceptional learning experiences and build for the web.
Hardware
My primary computers and devices.
2023 16'' Macbook Pro (M3 Pro)
Primary development machine, handles demanding tasks like coding, design work, and running multiple applications.
2024 Mac Mini (M4 Chip)
Secondary machine for testing, media server duties, or lighter development tasks.
2024 iPad Pro (M4 Chip) / Apple Pencil Pro
Used for sketching ideas, note-taking, mobile testing, and as a secondary display (Sidecar).
2024 Apple Vision Pro
Exploring spatial computing development, immersive testing, and futuristic UI concepts.
Code Editors
The tools I use to write code.
AI Tools
Assistants and generators used for various tasks.
Also really good and getting better with code generation and understanding complex instructions.
Hosting
Platforms used to deploy and host projects.
My primary choice for hosting static sites and JAMstack applications. Reliable, fast, and great developer experience.
Currently experimenting with Vercel, especially for Next.js projects, and comparing its features and pricing against Netlify.
Software & Tools
Browsers, design utilities, development environments, and other applications.
Xcode Simulator
Used for simulating various Apple devices and OS versions for testing.
Photography Gear
Cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment used for capturing images.
Fujifilm X-T4
Primary workhorse camera, versatile for both stills and video with robust features and weather sealing.
Fujifilm X-T200
Lightweight travel or backup camera, great for casual shooting and vlogging.
Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2
Compact standard prime, excellent for everyday shots, street photography, and portraits.
Fujifilm XF 50mm f/2 R WR
Classic portrait lens, sharp with pleasing bokeh and weather resistance.
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 XF
Ultra-wide prime lens, great for landscapes, architecture, and astrophotography.
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF
Fast portrait prime, known for sharp results and excellent low-light performance.
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR
Professional telephoto zoom, constant f/2.8 aperture ideal for events, sports, and portraits requiring compression.
Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR
Versatile standard zoom lens, often a kit lens, suitable for a wide range of subjects from landscapes to portraits.
Godox AD300 Pro
Powerful and portable off-camera flash/strobe, essential for controlled lighting setups in studio or on location.
Godox Wireless Flash Trigger
Enables off-camera triggering of the AD300 Pro and other Godox lights, supporting High-Speed Sync (HSS) for creative control.