Emerson Stewart

Uses

Software I use every week and would recommend. Updated when something earns its place or loses it.

Communication

  • HEYEmail with a screener that keeps the inbox for people.
  • SignalEnd-to-end encrypted messaging. The default for anything sensitive.

Development

  • BrunoAPI client that stores collections as plain files in git.
  • DockerContainers for everything self-hosted.
  • ImHexHex editor with a pattern language for binary formats.
  • Visual Studio CodeGeneral-purpose code editor.

Productivity

  • AffinityGraphic design apps. A good alternative to Adobe.
  • NAPS2Scanning to searchable PDF.
  • ObsidianNotes and a personal knowledge base in Markdown.
  • SumatraPDFFast PDF and e-book viewer.

Utilities

  • EverythingFinds files and folders by name, instantly.