Faisal Karkoh

Pitch makes creating presentations actually fun (yes, really). It’s like Google Slides and Figma had a sleek, collaborative baby. The interface is modern, the templates are beautiful, and the real-time collaboration is smooth – perfect for teams who want to move fast without sacrificing good design. I especially love how easy it is to keep branding consistent and reuse slide styles. It’s made our decks look 10x better without needing a designer every time. Whether you’re pitching investors, clients, or internal ideas, Pitch just gets the job done – and makes you look good doing it.

Hotjar is my go-to for really seeing how users interact with a site. It’s like flipping on the lights in a dark room – heatmaps, session recordings, and feedback polls show exactly where people click, scroll, and drop off. Super helpful for figuring out what’s working (and what’s just in the way). Setup is quick, and the insights are gold for improving UX, conversions, and even content strategy. I use it regularly before shipping updates or redesigns – it’s basically user research without the hassle. If you care about user experience, Hotjar is a must-have in your stack.

Mailchimp has been my go-to for email marketing – it just works. Super clean interface, tons of ready-to-use templates, and the automation flows are a lifesaver. Whether I’m sending a quick update or a full-on campaign, it’s easy to set up and actually looks professional when it lands in the inbox. The audience segmentation tools are powerful, especially when paired with e-commerce or lead-gen funnels. That said, pricing can get a bit steep once your list grows – but for the value it delivers, it’s worth it. If you’re just starting out or growing a small business, Mailchimp is one of the most reliable platforms out there.

Product Hunt is the daily playground for makers, early adopters, and curious minds. It’s where products go to get discovered, talked about, and validated. Whether you’re launching a side project or a full-blown startup, Product Hunt gives you instant access to a passionate community of early users and feedback. What I love most is the energy – it’s not just a feed, it’s a conversation. You can connect directly with founders, explore what’s trending, and stay ahead of what’s new in tech, design, AI, and beyond. For builders and explorers alike, it’s the best place to see (and show) what’s next.

Perplexity is like Google, ChatGPT, and a research assistant all rolled into one. I’ve been using it daily, and it’s completely changed how I search for information. Instead of a wall of links, it gives clear, sourced answers in seconds – and actually cites where the info comes from (huge win). It’s fast, accurate, and feels more conversational than traditional search engines. Whether I’m researching a new topic, brainstorming content, or just curious about something random, Perplexity gets me there faster. Bonus points for how clean and minimal the UI is. Still early days, but this is 100% staying in my daily workflow.

Algolia is fast – like, blink-and-you-miss-it fast. If you’re building anything that needs powerful search, it’s a game-changer. Integration is smooth, the documentation is solid, and features like typo tolerance, faceted search, and instant results make it feel like magic for users. That said, it’s not the cheapest option out there. For smaller startups or apps with huge catalogs, the pricing can scale quickly. Also, if you need deep customization on how results are ranked, expect a bit of a learning curve. Still, for speed, relevance, and overall developer experience, Algolia delivers. It’s become the gold standard for search in modern web apps – and for good reason.

Folk is such a breath of fresh air – it’s like if Notion and a CRM had a beautiful, productive baby. I used to juggle contacts in Google Sheets and my inbox, but since switching to Folk, everything just feels… organized. It’s super intuitive, lets you group people however you want, and the Chrome extension makes grabbing leads from LinkedIn ridiculously easy. The email campaigns with Magic Fields? Total time-saver – I can personalize outreach at scale without sounding like a robot. The interface is clean, the pipelines are customizable, and it doesn’t overwhelm you with unnecessary features. It’s not Salesforce (thankfully), but for founders, agencies, and small teams, Folk nails that sweet spot between simplicity and power. Honestly, I haven’t looked back.

Claude is seriously impressive – it feels like chatting with a thoughtful, well-read friend who’s also a genius coder. It handles long documents like a champ (think 200K+ tokens), gives nuanced answers, and doesn’t just summarize – it actually understands. I’ve used it for writing, editing, research, and even debugging code, and it rarely misses. What I really love is how calm and conversational it feels – less robotic, more human. Sometimes it can get a bit wordy, but I’d rather have that than dry, one-liner replies. If you care about clarity, reasoning, and a solid mix of creativity and logic, Claude is easily one of the best out there.

Midjourney is an AI-powered image generation tool that excels at producing stunning, imaginative visuals from simple text prompts. Its artistic flair and unique aesthetic set it apart from other AI art tools, making it a favorite among designers, creators, and storytellers. While it’s not always pixel-perfect for commercial use, it’s incredibly powerful for concept art, moodboards, and creative exploration. If you’re looking to push visual boundaries and spark inspiration, Midjourney delivers.

Intercom stands out as one of the most intuitive and powerful customer communication platforms we’ve used. It seamlessly blends live chat, automation, and support tools into one clean interface, making it easy to manage conversations and scale support. The real strength lies in its ability to personalize interactions and automate repetitive tasks without feeling robotic. For teams focused on customer experience and growth, Intercom offers the right mix of flexibility, intelligence, and ease of use.

Spark is excellent for managing emails! The smart inbox and collaboration features make staying on top of messages so much easier. It’s clean, efficient, and perfect for personal and professional use!

Craft is a beautifully designed tool that makes writing and organizing ideas effortless. The clean interface and smooth experience make it perfect for personal notes or collaborative projects.