My Default Apps in 2023
In September there were some career changes that took me away from the blogging routine for a while. But here I am again, ready to fill this space with new thoughts and ideas.
The last few months have been a journey. Amidst the challenges and opportunities of my professional role as a Release Train Engineer, I often thought about this blog. It's been like a soft murmur in the background, reminding me that there's a space full of possibilities waiting for me. And now it feels great to be back, ready to share my experiences and thoughts with you all.
Recently, I came across an interesting blogging trend that immediately caught my eye. Inspired by Matt Birchler's blog post, I would like to share my list of apps that enrich my daily life.
Apps that enrich my daily life:
- ✉️ Mail service: iCloud
- 📨 Mail client(s): Apple Mail (personal) / Outlook (work)
- 🗞️ RSS service/client: Reeder 5
- 🌐 Web browser: Safari (personal) / Edge (work)
- 📝 Writing: iA Writer
- 👨🏫 Presentation: iA Presenter
- 🪧 Whiteboard: Miro
- 🎧 Music: Apple Music / MusicHarbor
- 🐘 Mastodon: Ivory
- 🩻 Professional: LinkedIn
- ✍️ Notes: GoodNotes 6
- 🗃️ Capturing Tool: Drafts
- ☑️ Task Manager: Things 3
- 📆 Calendar: Fantastical
- 📖 Reading: Readwise Reader / Apple Books
- 🎙️ Podcast: Overcast
- 📒 Notes: Obsidian
- 💬 Translation: Deepl / Leo Wörterbuch
- 🌤️ Weather: Apple Weather
- ⚙️ Little Helpers: Shortcuts
- 🤖 AI Tools: ChatGPT / LeonardoAI
These apps have proven to be invaluable helpers in my daily life in 2023. Both professionally and personally. I hope they offer you interesting suggestions or ideas as well.
Toodle-oo!
