What tech stack do you use for your work? (Hardware + Software)
Most people in this community are makers (I guess developers and marketers).
We spend most of our time in front of the computer, on video calls and the like. Understandably, we want to make it easier and more enjoyable.
What tech stack do you have that makes your work easier?
Share anything, software, hardware, additional equipment (stand desks, treadmills, etc. Bonus points for chairs because I would need something more convenient than I currently have đ)
My tech stack:
HARDWARE:Rode Wireless Go II â microphone
Hyperx Solocast â secondary microphoneSony Alpha A7 III + SONY FE 28â70 mm f/3.5 + 50mm
MacBook Pro Apple M1 Pro 14inch
SOFTWARE: (the most common)
CapCut
Figma
Imaging Edge Desktop
OBS
Notion
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I'm on an M2 Mac Mini with Arc Browser Raycast and Obsidian for notes.
@alice_goode Wasn't the Arc Browser shut down?
My Marketing Stack:
1) @Apollo.io for Email Appending
2) Reoon for Email Verification
3)@OpenAI for automatically writing highly-personalized messages
4) @MassProspectingfor integrating all the tools above, and send personalized messages on @LinkedIn @Facebook and Email
Genuinely I use next js - shadcn - tailwind - resend - mongo/supabase - lemon squeezy since stripe is not yet supported in my country, although i wish i could have a friend to create for my a bank account in the US or Canada i believe i could create more - just sayin' haha.
But this stack is for quick mvp and prototyping - but i do rails any day for bigger slow projects
PS: If you're looking for a developer who ships and not stall check out hire.emmanuelallan.comđ„and that idea can be a product
@emmanuelallan It seems that Supabase is widely used among devs :) Many quote this one service frequently.
Honestly, most of my workflow just runs through novanestai.com since I built it to handle resume building, planning, budgeting, and chat. The main stack is Next.js, shadcn/ui, Tailwind, Supabase, and Stripe. For AI, I use OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexityâso I can swap models depending on what I need.
If youâre curious how it all works in real life, feel free to take a look: novanestai.com.
@jaycey7117 are you gonna also launch it here?
@busmark_w_nika Yes, Iâve launched it. Please check it out! https://www.producthunt.com/products/nova-nest-ai
@jaycey7117 Cool! Good you are sharing it now because I didn't catch that a few days ago. :)
@busmark_w_nika Thanks for the support!
For my personal work, currently I'm using Next.js, prisma, supabase and express.js.
@muhammad_nouman_ali What about hardware? :)
@busmark_w_nika HP elite book.
@muhammad_nouman_ali are you satisfied with it?
Tools: Air M3. Neovim. Chrome. Apple Notes. RapidAPI. Postico. WezTerm.
Stack: Frontend: Preact + TypeScript + ESbuild + Make, Backend: Go + custom HTTP-RPC library.
Infra: Custom bash scripts for provision + deployment directly to VPS on Digital Ocean (perfect for current scale + costs)
Everything else: Notepad + pen.
Big fan of keeping tools and process as simple as they can be, until it's clear exactly what else I need.
@martin_rue Wow, very comprehensive. :D You are full-stack dev right? :)
@busmark_w_nika Yeah, a software engineer at heart :)
@martin_rue Yeah, your tech stack embodies your passion! :D
@busmark_w_nika Thanks! It's mainly driven by a need to keep the tools simple and in the background, so I can focus on building what really matters.
Hardware :
Mac M4 16"
Airpods 2
Software:
Cursor
Figma
Notion
Supabase
Stripe
Git
NextJS
Lemon Sueezy
Youtube
OpenAI
:)
@toreapat This reminds me I should buy Airpods :D Solid setup (especially software is similar to mine) :)
Not that i build it but over 80% of my daily work is now on Aiobis e.g. team chat, mails, tasks, prospecting, video conferencing, crm, performance tracking, note taking, meeting scheduling, everything AI and Data etc.. Launching soon!
@martyd Mariyan, when is the Aiobis launch?
@busmark_w_nika Scheduled for 1st July but onboarding is ongoing! Happy to walk you trough the product in a 1:1.
@martyd Hey Mariyan, thank you, I hit the "Notify me button", so I should be aware of your launch :)
@ajay__sharma I have heard that among Windows OS, Lenovo is the best for hosting that OS + DELL. Are you satisfied with the brand?
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For me, I use Figma, Notion, Loveable + GPT/Claude
@joseph_burutu It seems everybody uses Lovable... I should as well then. đ
My Tech Setup:
Chair: Iâm using the Herman Miller Aeron Chair. I like it a lot - unfortunately, especially considering the price! What I really appreciate is that they offer different sizes (A, B, C), so you can find the perfect fit. Chairs are super personal though, so Iâd recommend not just trying it in the store, but seeing if you can test it out for a while in your real work setup before committing.
Desk: My table is from Desky (Autonomous sit-stand desk, with an alarm to remind you to stand upâwhich I never use, honestly đ). One tip: donât buy the side drawer - the chair arm always hits it, and itâs just not worth the money or the inconvenience.
Laptop: MacBook Pro M1, 16GB RAM. For me, the memory isnât enough at all, especially when working with lots of heavy apps.
Monitors: Apple Studio Display is my favorite- absolutely love it! I use two monitors, the second is an LG ultrawide. The color difference is pretty noticeable, and honestly, I donât love it. For connecting both monitors to my laptop I use DisplayLink (though it sometimes lags). Curious what others use for monitor connectionsâany better solutions out there?
Work Tools: As a startup co-founder, Iâm mostly using Xcode, Figma, Cursor, and of course some AI tools.
đĄ Recent discoveries: Two small things have really improved my setup latelyâa huge mouse pad that covers almost the entire desk, and the Xiaomi monitor lamp with a little dial you can spin to adjust brightness (itâs surprisingly satisfying to use!).
@mikkii I can see we have the same Mac. Do you use it primarily for coding/programming? :) I have had mine for almost 3 years and I feel how it is difficult for it to handle my video production lol :D BTW, thank you for sharing your setup :)
Great setup! Love seeing how others optimize their workspace. If anyone hereâs into video production or explainer content, check out this animation studio - they do impressive work with motion design and AI.
@valeriagh Thank you for sharing :)
Logitech MX Master 3S + a standing desk has changed my workflow. For software, I live in Notion, Descript, and Linear. Thinking of adding a better webcam setup next!
@george_parker3 Do you also have a treadmill for walking? I can see that in many people who own some standing desk (tho I do not understand how they are able to work on computer and walk at the same time, LOL) :D
@timoteolapa Dev spotted! đ
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Hey there! Totally get where youâre coming fromâspending hours at the computer can be tough without the right setup. Hereâs what works great for me to stay comfortable and productive:
đ» Tech Stack:
VS Code with tons of handy extensions for coding
Notion for organizing tasks and projects
Slack + Zoom for smooth communication
A mechanical keyboard and a precision mouse for better typing and control
đȘ Hardware & Comfort:
Fully adjustable standing desk to switch between sitting and standing throughout the day
Herman Miller Aeron chair â honestly, a game-changer for back support and comfort during long hours!
Noise-cancelling headphones to stay focused during calls and deep work
A small desk treadmill for quick movement breaks without leaving the desk
Hope this helps you create a more enjoyable and efficient workspace! What about youâany cool gear or apps you swear by? đđ