Things I Like
Development Tools and Sites
ZZAP! 64 Magazine
Commodore 64 centric magazine.
BBEdit
The classic native Mac text editor and IDE. Support for multiple languages. 30 day evaluation is available.
IntelliJ IDEA
Heavy duty IDE for Enterprise Java and Web. Still my go to for Java development at my day job.
Beyond Compare
Diff and merge conflict tool for multiple platforms.
Tower
Great Git client for Mac and Windows. Free trial is available.
SQLPro Studio
Database client for Mac, iOS, and Windows.
Nova
Mac Code Editor. Great modern interface built native for the Mac.
Script Kit
Run scripts from your desktop to do anything.
iTerm2
A terminal emulator that is better than the default in almost every way.
Hero Patterns
SVG pattern generator for website backgrounds. I'm using one of these on this site now.
Software, Services, Resources, and Hardware
Jellyfin
Free and open-source media server.
SwiftBar
Free Menu bar utility to run scripts and create custom dynamic menu bar items.
Bunch
Free utility to start and stop groups of applications. I have a 'work' bunch that opens all the apps I need and can close them when I'm done for the day.
Hazel
Rule based file processing for the Mac. Automatically clean folders, move files, tag files, and more.
Tot
Your tiny text companion. Simple text editor with just seven pages, shared across all your devices.
Dropzone
Mac utility for creating keyboard shortcuts and launch zones to move and copy files quickly.
Commander X16
Modern 8-Bit Computer.
The Future Was 8Bit
Old tech is new again.
Elgato Stream Deck
Customizable LCD keypad that lets you program buttons for quick actions.
SteerMouse
Much better mouse configuration utility than Logitech's horrible software.
Loopback
Advanced audio routing for the Mac.
Friends and Other Sites
Yaboiksar
Great friend and former co-worker. Also a fabulous artist.
Life Unfurled
Friend and former co-worker. Covers technology and sailing.
Wertsdb71
Friend and former co-worker. Music, entertainment, and art content.
Frank Stull
My step-father. Motorcycle rides and events.
Fortified Universe
Friend and former co-worker. Music, art, and programming.
sirshannon
Friend and former co-worker. Photography.