I'm often asked about my "tech stack" — the tools I use to build and create. But I find the more interesting question is about thinking tools: the software, systems, and practices that shape how I approach problems.
For Thinking & Writing
My thinking happens in a combination of tools. I use a personal knowledge management system to capture ideas, connect concepts, and develop thoughts over time.
The key insight: tools for thinking should reduce friction. If capturing an idea takes more than a few seconds, many ideas will be lost.
For Building
When it comes to actually building, I've iterated on my setup extensively. The goal is an environment where I can focus deeply without distraction.
This means minimizing context switches, automating repetitive tasks, and having clear systems for managing work-in-progress.
For Staying Organized
Organization isn't just about tools — it's about habits. I have daily, weekly, and monthly rhythms that keep me on track without requiring constant mental overhead.
The system isn't complicated. It just needs to be consistent.
The Meta-Lesson
The specific tools matter less than the principles behind them:
- Capture quickly, process deliberately
- Create environments for focus
- Automate the repetitive, manual the creative
- Build systems, not just goals
Tools will change. Principles endure.
