A local-first workspace from DXOS combining documents, spreadsheets, tables, and sketches with real-time peer-to-peer collaboration, custom plugins, custom functions, and AI agent workflows. Data syncs between devices without centralized servers. Composer is in early access; the product site and documentation are free.
Why I recommend it: Worth watching if data ownership matters to you or your clients: everything stays on your own devices and syncs peer to peer. It is early access, so expect rough edges before recommending it for daily work.
Portfolio builder made for data professionals: show projects, embed dashboards, add a skills timeline and share one public portfolio link. The free plan covers up to five projects with no card required.
Jeff Su's site collects his practical AI and productivity tips for working professionals — templates, workflows and short guides drawn from his popular videos.
Free internet routing lookup tool for exploring Border Gateway Protocol paths, autonomous system numbers, prefixes, and network relationships. Includes a super looking glass and traceroute from distributed probes.
No-cost and discounted Google products for eligible nonprofit organizations, including Google Workspace, Ad Grants for search advertising, YouTube nonprofit features, and Google Maps credits.
Why I recommend it: If you run or volunteer with a registered nonprofit, the Ad Grant alone is worth the paperwork. Check the eligibility page for your country before applying.
HubSpot's landing-page builder for capturing leads, running A/B tests, and connecting forms to a CRM — useful for small businesses and creator-led offers.
Why I recommend it: A solid free-tier option for building lead-capture pages if you already use or plan to use HubSpot's CRM.
A tool for job seekers to organize applications and outreach in one place.
Why I recommend it: Tracking your applications beats remembering them. I am still testing this one before I recommend it fully, but any system beats a messy inbox.
An AI research platform for finding papers, verifying citations, reviewing literature, managing knowledge, and creating scientific figures.
Why I recommend it: For anyone doing deep research, Bohrium helps cut through the paper flood and verify claims before you cite them. I recommend it to clients writing thought-leadership content.
Founder-turned-investor writing a widely-read AI newsletter covering new tools, launches, and what is actually useful.
In plain terms: An exited founder and investor sharing what he learns about AI tools, products, and startups. A low-effort way to keep up with a fast-moving space.
From the site: Exited founder turned investor. Sharing what I see and learn along the way.
Why I recommend it: The fastest way to stay current on AI tools without living on social media. Skim it weekly, try one tool.
