Thanks to TextExpander for allowing me to become an affiliate for one of the best applications on the Mac platform. Ever wanted to write text blocks that you use repeatedly instantaneously? Well, if so, TextExpander is your answer so keep reading. If you’ve been a viewer of my YouTube channel for a while, you’ve probably seen me showcase the time-saving magic of TextExpander. It’s a powerhouse tool for cutting down on repetitive typing.
read moreWhy I Stepped Away My YouTube channel hasn’t been active in over a year, and I want to share why. Life took an unexpected turn, and a series of difficult events pushed me into a place I never anticipated. On May 20th, 2025, I lost my job as a Senior Marketing Analyst at my previous company. What followed was four exhausting months of searching for work. I applied to 125 different positions—yes, I counted—and received rejection after rejection.
read moreVideo Want to streamline your macOS workflow and save time? In this video, I’ll show you how to automate saving your clipboard content directly into a new text file that is saved in the frontmost Finder window/folder – all with a simple bash script! Say goodbye to manual copy-pasting! Whether you’re a developer, content creator, or productivity enthusiast, this automation hack will make your life easier. I’ll guide you step-by-step on how to set up a service that instantly saves whatever is on your clipboard into a text file in your active Finder window – with just one shortcut.
read moreVideo Exploring the New ChatGPT App for Mac In this video, I delve into the features of the new ChatGPT App for Mac. As a curious user, I began by posing some off-the-cuff questions to the app to see how well it handles spontaneous queries. The responses were insightful, showcasing the app’s ability to manage casual interactions. However, the real test lay ahead as I moved on to more complex tasks.
read moreVideo Introduction In the realm of web browsers, extensions have become indispensable tools, enhancing user experience by adding functionalities that aren’t natively available. Google Chrome, being one of the most popular browsers, boasts a vast array of extensions, and many developers have found great success creating for this platform. However, what happens when you decide to port a successful Chrome extension to Apple’s Safari browser? In this blog post, I will share my personal journey of porting a Chrome extension into Safari.
read moreVideo Discussion In this video, I show you how to automate Amphetamine, the application that keeps your Mac awake with a little AppleScript and Keyboard Maestro as the trigger. Personally, I use the keyboard shortcut Hyper key + A to turn Amphetamine on and off, and it uses the default duration set by AppleScript. The AppleScript is below is the Script. The Script tell application "Amphetamine" to start new session with options {duration:4, interval:hours, displaySleepAllowed:false} Conclusion This is just a quick tip on how to automate your Mac’s sleep workflow.
read moreVideo Markdown Links In a recent project, I developed a script designed to expedite the markdown link creation process, specifically tailored for users of Safari, Apple’s native web browser. This script automates the generation of markdown links from selected text and the URL of the front-most active Safari tab. Inspired by John Lindquist, who created a similar tool for Google Chrome URLs, my goal was to bring this convenience to Safari users.
read moreVideo Creating an Alfred Workflow for Ramadan Notifications Welcome to a detailed guide on developing an Alfred workflow, a tool designed to keep you informed about the current day of Ramadan. This unique workflow leverages the capabilities of Alfred, a productivity application for macOS, enhancing your digital environment with timely religious observances. By integrating Python scripting with Alfred’s script block feature, this workflow emerges as a user-friendly and efficient notifier for those observing Ramadan.
read moreVideo In this video, I show you how to prevent Safari from opening Tabs from your previous Safari session. This video is a quick Sonoma update to the one I posted titled How to stop Safari from Opening Tabs from your Previous Session. Here are the simple steps required to open the start page on every session, you simply navigate to Safari Settings > General Tab > Select Safari opens with a new window from the first drop down menu.
read moreVideo Introduction In my newest video, I introduce an innovative solution for those constantly curious about the day of the week for specific dates, whether it’s their birthday this year or the day for an upcoming event. This tool, built into an Alfred workflow, utilizes a custom bash script to instantly determine the day of the week for any given date. This development is aimed at simplifying date-related queries without the need to navigate through calendars or online date tools.
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