Uses

Tools, setup, and workflow.

A curated look at the hardware, software, and tools I use to build, write, design, and stay organised.

Michael Sammels desk setup

Setup

The hardware I use day to day, chosen for a balance of performance, reliability, and comfort.

Main device

2023 Apple iMac

Apple M3 chip · 16GB unified memory · 1TB SSD · 24″ 4.5K Retina display.

Support device

2024 MacBook Pro

Apple M4 chip · 16GB unified memory · 512GB SSD · 14.2″ Liquid Retina XDR display.

Development

The core applications I rely on for coding, building, debugging, and shipping projects.

WebStorm

My main development environment.

Xcode

Used for Swift, SwiftUI, and Apple platform development.

GitLab

Version control, repositories, issues, and CI/CD.

Languages & frameworks

The technologies I reach for most often when building modern interfaces and Apple-platform apps.

TypeScript React Next.js Astro Swift SwiftUI Tailwind CSS Framer Motion

Deployment & workflow

A simple path from idea to production, with a workflow designed to keep projects easy to maintain.

Deployment

Vercel

Fast deployments, previews, analytics, and a simple path from repository to production.

Workflow

Git → CI/CD → Vercel

A straightforward workflow focused on keeping projects reliable, maintainable, and easy to ship.

Everyday tools

The smaller tools and devices that support the day-to-day work around development, writing, communication, and testing.

Apple Notes Safari Apple Terminal Discord Blue Yeti AirPods Pro Magic Keyboard Magic Mouse Magic Trackpad