The Apps We Actually Use.
A curated directory of software we trust for engineering, productivity, and life—with a strong preference for open-source tools.
Productivity & System
Obsidian
Notes
Local-first knowledge base that works on plain Markdown files.
Raycast
Launcher
Better than Spotlight. Extendable launcher for everything on macOS.
ShareX
FOSSCapture
The ultimate screen capture and automation tool for Windows.
Cotypist
FOSSTyping
A minimal typing tutor for macOS that helps you improve speed.
7-Zip
FOSSArchive
High compression ratio file archiver. Lightweight and reliable.
Dash
Docs
Offline API documentation browser and code snippet manager.
FaceDown
Cleanup
Quickly hide all desktop icons for a clean workspace or recording.
Hand Mirror
Camera
Check your camera right from the menu bar before joining a call.
Engineering & Security
VS Code
FOSSIDE
The industry standard code editor. Fast and infinitely extendable.
KeePassXC
FOSSPasswords
Cross-platform, offline password manager. Secure and user-controlled.
KeePassDX
FOSSPasswords
Multi-format KeePass password manager for Android. Open source and secure.
KeePassium
FOSSPasswords
Secure and native KeePass client for iOS. Elegant interface with auto-fill support.
Proton VPN
FOSSSecurity
High-speed Swiss VPN that prioritizes privacy and open-source clients.
OrbStack
Containers
Blazingly fast, light, and easy way to run Docker and Linux on macOS.
WSL2
Virtualization
Run a Linux environment directly on Windows without a traditional VM.
Media & Connectivity
LocalSend
FOSSTransfer
A simple, open-source tool for sharing files over your local network.
IINA
FOSSPlayer
Modern media player for macOS with a clean, native interface.
mpv extended
FOSSMedia Player
Enhanced version of mpv with a modern UI and better out-of-the-box configuration.
mpv
FOSSPlayer
A free, open-source, and cross-platform media player with a minimal CLI-based interface.
AntennaPod
FOSSPodcast
The best open-source podcast manager. No tracking, just audio.
AnyDesk
Remote
Fast and secure remote desktop access for troubleshooting.
MusicBee
Music
Powerful music manager for massive local libraries on Windows.
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* Availability markers based on official client support. Many apps also have web versions.