My Stack

The hardware, software, services, and workflows that power what I build, manage, and use every day.

Updated August 2026 · 30 tools across 8 categories

Computer

4 devices · Updated August 2026

  • MacBook Pro Primary workstation
    My primary workstation for cloud work, development, writing, and managing everything else. M1 Pro · 16 GB memory · 1 TB storage
  • Dell XPS 16
    Where I keep Windows administration tools, test device policies, and troubleshoot the Microsoft stack.
  • Mac Studio
    My portable surface for reading, diagrams, handwritten notes, and focused research away from the desk.
  • Mac mini
    Dedicated host for Nova, my Hermes-powered AI assistant, running its services, memory, tools, and automations independently from my primary machines.

Development

Tools I use to build and ship

  • VS Code Most used
    Where I build scripts, websites, automation, and infrastructure projects. Scripts · Web · Infrastructure
  • GitHub
    Where ideas become projects, and projects become versioned history.
  • PowerShell
    The language I reach for when a systems task should be repeatable instead of manual.
  • Terraform
    How I define cloud infrastructure so it’s consistent, reviewable, and easy to reproduce.

Productivity

Systems that keep ideas and work moving

  • Obsidian Daily system
    My second brain for documentation, study notes, project planning, and ideas. Notes · Planning · Knowledge base
  • Microsoft 365
    The dependable center of my email, calendar, documents, and day-to-day collaboration.
  • Tick Tick
    A quiet place to keep next actions clear without turning task management into another project.

Home Lab

Systems running at home

  • UniFi Network core
    The networking platform behind my home lab, balancing simplicity, performance, and control. Gateway · Switching · Wi-Fi
  • Unraid
    The foundation of my home lab, where I run services, test ideas, and host the tools I rely on every day.
  • Nova
    The Hermes AI workspace where I automate tasks, organize knowledge, and build new ideas

Cloud

Infrastructure, identity, and the edge

  • Microsoft Azure Primary cloud
    My primary environment for learning how infrastructure, identity, governance, and operations fit together. Infrastructure · Identity · Governance
  • Microsoft Entra ID
    Where I explore the relationships between identity, access, devices, and security.
  • Cloudflare
    The edge that connects my domains, DNS, secure access, and self-hosted services.

AI

Tools and agents in my daily workflow

  • ChatGPT Daily partner
    A daily partner for troubleshooting, writing, learning, and working through technical ideas. Troubleshooting · Writing · Learning
  • Codex
    A collaborative workspace for building, debugging, and refining projects while keeping the bigger picture in view.
  • Local models
    My private sandbox for experimenting with models and testing focused AI workflows.

Everyday

Technology that earns a place in daily life

  • iPhone Daily driver
    The camera, communicator, and everyday computer that keeps useful technology close without demanding attention. Camera · Communication · Capture
  • AirPods Pro
    Reliable audio and noise cancellation that helps me stay focused whether I’m working, traveling, or taking calls.
  • Apple Wired Headphones
    A dependable backup that reminds me reliability is sometimes better than convenience.

Desk Setup

Hardware that keeps the workspace comfortable

  • Dell UltraSharp 27" ×2 Primary displays
    Dual displays for terminals, documentation, diagrams, and infrastructure work. Productivity · Infrastructure · Multitasking
  • Logitech MX Keys Mini
    Compact wireless keyboard for writing, scripting, and everyday work.
  • Logitech MX Master 3
    Comfortable, precise mouse for all-day use.
  • Shure MV7 XLR
    My primary microphone for calls and recording.
  • Audient EVO 4
    Audio interface for the Shure MV7 and desktop monitoring.
  • Edifier Speakers
    Desktop speakers for music, meetings, and everyday listening.
  • Anker PowerConf C200
    2K webcam for meetings and video calls.

Last updated: August 2026