Over more than 42 years as a technology enthusiast and IT systems manager, I’ve used countless software products. Working on the bleeding edge of technology means balancing what’s proven with what’s new. I do not  follow mainstream trends—I research, test and implement what works for me.

I’ve built a refined, well-organised technology stack, much like a skilled mechanic’s workshop: everything in its place, easy to reach, and designed for utmost efficiency. A cluttered setup leads to low productivity.

This experience is distilled into ZaGenie—a curated suite of tools, resources, and workflows. Named after South Africa’s ISO code (ZA) and the idea of a practical genie, ZaGenie is a complete productivity system created to remove frustration from technology. I’m happy to make my entire personal ITC toolkit public.