Henri Michel

Development

Editor: Microsoft Visual Studio Code
I am testing Zed from time to time, but until it suits my needs, VS Code is the one I’ll stick with. The extensions I couldn’t live without are Simple Vim and GitHub Copilot.
Color Theme: Houston
I often switch themes, but the ones I select the most are Houston, Catpuccin Mocha, Palenight Operator, Dracula and Night Owl.
Font: Operator Mono SSm Lig
I purchased Operator Mono a decade ago, and later transitioned away from it due to its lack of ligatures. However, when I stumbled upon this utility to patch it to add some, I was able to use it everywhere.
Terminal: Warp
I vastly prefer Warp over iTerm2, both in terms of features, appearance, and user experience. The only concern I have is that I really like my terminal to spawn my editor at will, and dearly miss the “non-native fullscreen” option in iTerm2.
Shell: zsh
A few years ago, I returned to Oh My Zsh! from prezto when I decided to prioritize simplicity over performance. I ultimately settled on starship as my prompt of choice.

Laptop: 13" MacBook Air M2 (2022)
I have always prefered laptops with a smaller footprint. I love the form factor of the 13" MacBook Air, and the fact that the M2 chip is more than capable of handling most of my needs.
Display: 31.5" LG UltraFine 32UN500
This is an aging 4K display I purchased a few years back, but it still does the job.
Keyboard: Apple Magic Keyboard
This is the keyboard on which I type the fastest, and it also doesn't make too much noise.
Mouse: Logitech G502 X Lightspeed
I dislike that it requires a dongle, and I still long for the free-wheel spin feature of my beloved MX Master. However, I appreciate its sensitivity and it feels more durable.
Desk: IKEA Bekant 160 × 80
I moved out a year ago and decided I wanted something smaller than my trusty Ikea Karlby. I thought about getting a Flexispot standing desk, but in the end, I couldn't justify the expense.
Chair: Sihoo M18
This one stood out as one of the best budget ergonomic chairs in many of the videos I watched. However, from my experience, it tends to squeak a lot.

Webcam: Elgato Facecam webcam
It's the best value for the price I could find. I'd really like to have a DSLR, but the idea of managing the charging, capturing, and focusing process makes me cringe.
Microphone: Shure MV7
I used to use the Samson Q2U, and as much as I appreciated its sound quality given its price, it just had a horrendous look. So, I made the decision to upgrade to the Shure MV7, and I'm pretty happy with it.
Audio Interface: Universal Audio Volt 1
I was looking for a simple, high-quality, surdy and good-looking audio interface, and the Volt 1 is exactly that.
Boom arm: Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP
It really bothers me when half of the person's face I'm watching gets blocked by a boom arm and a fancy microphone. Having a low-profile boom arm is a must-have for me.
Light 1: Logitech Litra Beam
I use it as my key light during video calls, and as a desktop lamp in other situations.

Raycast
This is the best productivity tool I have ever used. It is essentially a Spotlight or Alfred replacement, but with a lot more features. It's swift, highly customizable, boasts a vibrant community, and is led by an excellent team.
1Password
Using the same password everywhere should not be permitted in 2024, and 1Password is the best tool to manage your passwords accross devices and people.
CleanShot X
Whenever I need to take a screenshot or capture my screen as a GIF or video, this is the tool I use.
Apple Music
I've been a dedicated Spotify user for a long time, ever since Rdio sunsetted. However, I recently decided to give Apple Music another chance, and so far, I'm enjoying it.

iPhone 14 Pro
My daily driver. Not much to say about it.
Nintendo Switch
I'm not a hardcore gamer, nor am I particularly choosy when it comes to graphics. I grew up with the Nintendo main characters, and I still have a deep affection for them.