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Joe Previte

American software engineer; worked on code-server at Coder and teaches TypeScript and open source, writing at joeprevite.com.

13 things

Kinesis Freestyle EdgeHardware Kinesis

loved

I switch between an Apple Magic Keyboard (personal) and a Kinesis Freestyle Edge (work). The Edge is a split keyboard and I am a huge fan!

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

Rode PSA1Hardware Rode

loved

I started streaming for work so I invested in a boom arm and went with the Rode PSA1. Big fan!

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

Logitech BRIOHardware Logitech

loved

Part of what I do for work is record videos so they let me buy a new webcam: Logitech BRIO. I am very happy with it! Works well for streaming and video meetings.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

VS CodeSoftware Microsoft

loved

I switched from Sublime to VS Code years ago and I can't see myself going back. I used to use the Sublime keybindings in VS Code. However, last year I switched to the Vim keybindings. It took some time to reach the same speed, but I would say I've surpassed my previous speed and added a few new tricks thanks to Vim.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

NotionSoftware Notion Labs

loved

I am HUGE Notion fan! I pay for the personal plan to get unlimited blocks and use it both for personal and work. I use it for task/project management and structure it using the P.A.R.A. method.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

RocketSoftware Matthew Palmer

loved

I like emojis a lot. I bought Rocket and am a huge fan.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

Keeping You AwakeSoftware Marcel Dierkes

loved

Keeping You Awake is a fantastic app for preventing your mac from going to sleep.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

iTerm2Software George Nachman

liked

I use iTerm2. A friend told me about it a while ago. I switched to it and haven't looked back.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

StretchlySoftware Hovhannes Babayan

liked

Stretchly is a handy app for reminding me to take breaks.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

Gifox 2Software Gifox

uses

For PRs and showing things to friends or coworkers, I use Gifox 2. I paid for the pro version and use it on both my personal and work machine.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

RectangleSoftware Ryan Hanson

uses

For window management, I use Spectacle (personal) or Rectangle (work).

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

Roost laptop standHardware Roost

mixed

At home, I'm usually working with one monitor (laptop) so I use a laptop stand to not have to bend over. I invested in the Roost a while back. It's a bit overpriced, but lightweight and does the job. Now, I might look at one of the competitors if I were to buy one today.

His /uses page, split into gear and software, last updated 04/26/2020 per the page itself.

2020-04-26·joeprevite.com ↗

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