Resources
This is a selection of tools and services I use regularly in my creative and professional workflow. Each one contributes to a more efficient, privacy-respectful, and organized way of working — from daily note-taking to 3D production and research.
Everyday Tools
- Physical notebooks — used daily for sketches, planning, and idea development.
- Obsidian — Markdown-based note-taking and knowledge management system.
- Everything — ultra-fast file search utility for Windows.
Privacy & Security
- Proton Suite — paid ecosystem for email, cloud storage, VPN, password management, and authentication (Proton Mail, Drive, VPN, Pass, and Auth).
- KeePassXC — open-source password manager.
- Tutanota — encrypted email provider.
- Revo Uninstaller — advanced software removal and cleanup tool.
- qBittorrent — open-source torrent client.
- F-Droid — repository of open-source Android applications.
- Ecosia — privacy-friendly search engine that supports reforestation projects.
Browsers
- Brave — privacy-oriented browser with built-in ad and tracker blocking.
- Firefox — open-source browser with extensive customization options.
- LibreWolf — Firefox-based browser focused on privacy and security.
- Tor Browser — enables anonymous and encrypted browsing.
Reading & Media
- Okular — document and PDF reader for multiple file formats.
- SumatraPDF — lightweight PDF, eBook, and comic reader.
- VLC Media Player — open-source multimedia player supporting most audio and video formats.
- Local libraries — regularly used for research, art books, comics, and visual reference materials.
3D, Art & Game Development
- Substance Designer — procedural material and texture authoring tool.
- Substance Painter — professional tool for 3D texture painting and look development.
- Autodesk Maya — industry-standard software for 3D modeling, animation, and simulation.
- Blender — open-source 3D creation suite, used with occasional paid add-ons.
- Unity — game engine used for real-time development and interactive projects.
Cloud & Storage
- MEGA — encrypted cloud storage service with both free and paid options.