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Tools. Apps. Gear.

I often get messages asking about specific pieces of software or hardware I use. This not a static page, it's a living document with everything that I'm using nowadays.

Desk

Keyboard

Coding

  • Visual Studio Code - My main code editor. The extension ecosystem is unmatched.
  • Windsurf - AI-powered coding editor. Great for pair programming with AI and rapid development.
  • Trae - Another AI-powered IDE I use for exploring new workflows and coding experiments.
  • Cursor - AI-first code editor built on top of VSCode. Perfect for AI-assisted coding.
  • Xcode - For any iOS/macOS development and Swift projects.
  • Android Studio - For Android development and testing mobile apps.

Terminal

  • Warp - A modern, Rust-based terminal with AI built in. Super fast and beautiful.
  • Gemini CLI - Google's AI assistant in the terminal. Great for quick questions and code generation.

Apps (Mac)

  • Google Chrome - My primary browser for development and daily browsing.
  • GitHub Desktop - For managing Git repos with a clean visual interface.
  • Docker - Containerization for running dev environments and services.
  • Postman - My go-to tool for testing and debugging APIs.
  • Insomnia - Another great REST client for API testing.
  • Canva - For quick design work, social media graphics, and presentations.
  • Claude - Anthropic's AI assistant app for brainstorming and research.
  • Raycast - Spotlight replacement with powerful extensions and workflows.
  • WhatsApp - Primary messaging app for personal and work communication.
  • Dropover - Handy drag-and-drop shelf for managing files on macOS.
  • DevCleaner - Keeps Xcode and dev caches clean to reclaim disk space.
  • OnyX - macOS maintenance and optimization utility.
  • AppCleaner - Thoroughly uninstalls apps and removes leftover files.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - For documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • Notes - Apple Notes for quick thoughts and meeting notes.

Apps (Mobile)

  • Google Authenticator - For 2FA on all my accounts. Security first.
  • ChatGPT - AI assistant on the go for brainstorming and quick lookups.
  • GitHub - Managing repos, reviewing PRs, and staying on top of issues from my phone.
  • LinkedIn - Networking and staying connected with the dev community.
  • Google Drive - Cloud storage for all my documents and project files.
  • YouTube - For tutorials, conference talks, and dev content.
  • TikTok - Sharing dev content as @codemintah.
  • Instagram - Personal updates and connecting with other devs.
  • X (Twitter) - Tech news and developer conversations.
  • Snapchat - Staying in touch with friends.
  • Telegram - Developer groups and community chats.
  • Google Meet - Video calls for work and GDG community meetups.
  • Gemini - Google's AI assistant for quick help on the go.
  • Binance - Crypto trading and portfolio management.
  • Blackmagic Camera - Professional camera app for high-quality video recording.

Services

  • Netlify - Where I host my websites. Great developer experience and free tier.
  • Firebase - A no-brainer database and auth solution for side projects.
  • Vercel - Another great hosting option, especially for Next.js projects.
  • Google Analytics - Tracking traffic and user behavior across my sites.
  • Cloudflare - DNS and CDN service I use with my domains.

Finance

  • Ecobank - My primary bank for everyday transactions in Ghana.
  • GCB Bank - Another bank I use for savings and local transfers.
  • MTN Mobile Money - Mobile money for quick transfers — essential in Ghana.
  • Binance - For crypto investments and trading.
  • Bamboo - Investing in US stocks from Ghana.

Gaming