ImageOptim — better Save for Web
reduce image sizes without reducing quality
Raindrop.io — All in One Bookmark Manager
If you read articles what are u doing if ur not saving highlights. This makes it really easy on any device. You can also add notes, share collections, access from anywhere so it's the most flexible & capable bookmarks manager / highlights-saver I've found.
Arc from The Browser Company
the best web browser w a new/clever/opinionated approach to tab management & pinned tabs that just makes sense. Also has a million other good ideas ranging from helpful & smart to fun & delightful, and it works with all Chrome extensions.
BlockBear
I feel like a lot of people don't have adblock installed on their phones idk why. You should definitely get this on your phone it's free and fast
Tot
convenient dumping ground for text that you're not sure where to put at the moment. I usually use this if I need to write something down quickly and then move it somewhere else later. It's free on macOS
Pixelmator Pro
Faster & easier to use than Photoshop for most tasks, and is a one-time purchase
Apps — Sindre Sorhus
Lots of free, simple, well-designed, and useful mac apps by this developer
Dato
Quick access to mini calendar and upcoming events in your menu bar + Lots of customization settings
One Thing
Put a single task or goal in your menu bar, or any text or link
Pandan
Passive time tracker that sits in the menu bar. You can see how long you've been in a 'session' at your computer without needing to manually start/stop sessions. It's a good mindfulness tool for working
Raycast
Spotlight replacement for macOS with a huge extension library making this essentially a software Swiss Army Knife that can integrate with your other apps. There's also a paid option to add quick-access to chatGPT.
1Password
Best password manager and storage for other important numbers/records. They also have good enterprise features for company use
Read.CV
I'm rooting for them over LinkedIn, but they're playing a diff game. Very minimal and oriented toward designers/developers, with lots of new roles being posted for startups. HMU at https://read.cv/nathancheng