My indie hacker
toolkit.

The tools behind the code, the photos, the videos, and the time outside. Each has a place in the process: building, creating, or getting out on the trail.

Building

• JetBrains Rider — An IDE for building and debugging .NET applications.
• Codex — An AI coding assistant for implementing changes and working through code.
• ChatGPT — A place to explore ideas, explain concepts, and work through drafts.

Keeping the work moving

• Raycast — Shortcuts and quick actions for everyday work on the Mac.

Creating and sharing

• Screen Studio — Screen recordings for demos and walkthroughs.
• Adobe Lightroom — Photo editing and organization.
• Adobe Premiere — Video editing for turning footage into finished stories.

Getting outside

• Garmin — Sports watches and activity tracking.
• HOKA — Running shoes for the road and trail.

The useful part of a setup is what it helps you do. I’ll share workflows and experiments in the newsletter. The first issue is coming soon.