Mac Power Users

676: Workflows with Kaitlin Salzke

Jan 22, 2023

Kaitlin Salzke is an accountant and programmer, renowned for her expertise in OmniFocus automations. She shares her journey of balancing tech with family life and explores the challenges of merging her professional skills with personal interests. Kaitlin discusses using JavaScript for automation, the integration of various devices, and the importance of community resources in task management. She highlights the risks of poorly designed plugins and the evolution of automation tools for macOS, offering insights into maximizing productivity through effective organization.

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Caitlin Sousky: An Omnifocus Wizard

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01:24

Intro

2min

Tech Journeys: Balancing Life and Innovation

12min

Maximizing Tech for Daily Life

9min

Navigating Device Challenges and Automation Efficiency

5min

Navigating Automation Risks in Task Management

18min

Navigating Omni Automation Course Development

9min

Automating Workflow: Tools and Techniques

8min

Exploring Automation Tools for Mac Users

3min

Navigating Menu Bar Widgets and Virtual Spaces on Mac

2min

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Mastering Organization for Growth

7min

11.

Navigating Task Management Across Devices

14min

12.

Engaging Family Bonding Through Gaming

3min

Kaitlin Salzke is an accountant, student and programmer who has built a library of OmniFocus automations. This week she joins David and Stephen to talk about using Javascript for automation, working on a PC during the week and pushing the boundaries of what macOS can do.

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