Software
Applications, open source and tools for everyday work.
How to Compare AI Coding Assistants on Your Project
Use the same small tasks and review the resulting changes, test evidence and cleanup effort.
Password Managers and Passkeys: How They Work Together
Passkeys change how you sign in. A password manager can still help store credentials and manage recovery.
Can Open Source Replace Your Paid Productivity Apps?
Compare the files and workflows you need to preserve, including collaboration and support.
Browser Extensions: What Their Permissions Allow
Match an extension's website access and browser permissions to the job you installed it to perform.
Local-First Software: What Works Without the Cloud?
A local working copy can keep you productive offline, but sync, collaboration and backups still need scrutiny.
Before You Switch Note-Taking Apps, Test the Export
Export a small, messy notebook first. Check links, attachments and structure before moving your full archive.