Use the Hyper key
Brian Lovin explains how to turn caps lock into a Hyper key that simulates pressing all four modifier keys at once. Use it for instant app switching, Raycast quicklinks, and custom window layouts.
Read more [brianlovin.com]
Posts tagged with tools
Creating The Perfect Claude Code Status Line
Matt Pocock shares his ideal Claude Code status line setup, showing repo name, git branch info, and context window usage percentage. The post includes step-by-step instructions using bash scripts and the ccstatusline package.
Read more [www.aihero.dev]
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How to set up PHP autoformatting in Zed using Pint and PHP CS Fixer original
I only switched to Zed last week (you can see my full setup on my uses page), so I'm still learning the ropes. One thing I ran into is that its external formatter configuration is global. You configure one formatter command for PHP, and that's what gets used in every project you open.
The problem is that not all of my projects use the same formatter. Some use Pint, some use PHP-CS-Fixer directly. My Zed config originally pointed to ./vendor/bin/pint, which meant it silently did nothing in projects that don't have Pint installed.
Let me walk you through how I solved this.
My current setup for Laravel, PHP and AI assisted development (2026 edition) original
After posting a screenshot, I often get questions about which editor, font or tools I'm using. Instead of replying to those questions individually I've decided to just write down the settings and apps that I'm using.
Personal AI Assistants Changed Everything For Me
Christoph reflects on how personal AI assistants have changed his daily workflow — from calendar updates to searching the web less. An interesting take on where this technology is heading.
Read more [christoph-rumpel.com]
From dd() to Ray: A Debugging Workflow That Doesn't Break Your Flow
I fully agree (but I might not be totally objective here 🙂)
Read more [tnakov.dev]
A Guide to Claude Code 2.0 and getting better at using coding agents
A good guide to get started with Claude Code. If you haven't jumped on that train yet, this might be a good entry point for you.
Read more [sankalp.bearblog.dev]
Let AI Interact with Your App via MCP
– tighten.com - submitted by Kayla Helmick
We’ve moved from command lines to GUIs, and now the next shift is here: AI that can actually use your app. This article introduces the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a powerful way to let AI interact directly with your applications—and why it’s more than just another tech acronym.
Read more [tighten.com]
How the Model Context Protocol works?
MCP is not a hosted service, a replacement for app logic, or a fix for hallucinations. It is a protocol that provides access to real tools and data, and still requires good prompts and UX
Read more [alexop.dev]
6 Weeks of Claude Code
Claude Code has considerably changed my relationship to writing and maintaining code at scale. I still write code at the same level of quality, but I feel like I have a new freedom of expression which is hard to fully articulate.
Read more [blog.puzzmo.com]
Running Claude Code with a Local LLM: A Step-by-Step Guide
Even though I use Claude Code, I haven't used local models. It seems very convenient to be able to use Claude Code without an internet connection.
Read more [www.shawnmayzes.com]
Git Notes: Git's Coolest, Most Unloved Feature
Git notes are a powerful feature for adding metadata to commits, blobs, and trees.
Read more [tylercipriani.com]
Jujutsu: a next generation replacement for Git
Jujutsu (jj) is a new version control system from a software developer at Google with a focus on DX.
Read more [v5.chriskrycho.com]
Leveraging the Power of Macros in Ray
– myray.app - submitted by Spatie
Leveraging the Power of Macros in Ray.
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Laravel Clockwork: A Deep Dive into Debugging, Profiling Skills and Best Practices
– qirolab.com - submitted by Harish Kumar
Laravel Clockwork is a powerful debugging and profiling tool seamlessly integrated into the Laravel framework. With its real-time web interface, Clockwork provides developers with instant insights into their application's runtime behavior.
Read more [qirolab.com]
My Favourite Alpine.js Plugins
– ryangjchandler.co.uk - submitted by Ryan Chandler
I've been using Alpine.js for a long time now, these are a few of my favourite plugins.
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Use ray()->trace() to figure out where a call came from original
An important problem of a programmer's productivity is finding his way through the code. A good project structure and your IDE can get you a long way, but sometimes it’s not enough.
Read more [myray.app]
Chrome DevTools tricks that deserve a spotlight
There are a few tricks in Chrome DevTools that don’t seem to get enough attention.
Read more [utilitybend.com]
Valet 4.0 is released
Valet is one of my favourite pieces of technology: I don't notice that I'm using it, still I use it every single day.
Read more [laravel-news.com]
Lighthouse SEO monitoring is now available at Oh Dear
I'm very proud that we have added a new check to Oh Dear.
Read more [ohdear.app]
