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64: Quickeys and Automation Fun with Merlin Mann

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Dec 4, 2020

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Merlin Mann

01:44:54

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Merlin's Quickeys Automation Start

Merlin Mann started automation with Quickeys on Mac, creating complex macros like Rube Goldberg machines.
These early tools were unreliable but sparked his ongoing interest in automation.

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Friction's Role in Productivity

Automation balances reducing unnecessary friction while preserving necessary effort in knowledge work.
Wisdom lies in discerning when friction is essential versus when it hampers productivity.

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Automation Gone Wrong at Night

Merlin woke his whole family at 3AM by accidentally streaming loud rock music to all HomePods.
This shows home automation’s risk of disrupting household harmony with unintended triggers.

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04:47 • 2min

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06:26 • 4min

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The Amazon Lady in a Tube

10:50 • 4min

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The Last Mile and Thet Do Not Disturb One Is a Great Example

20:05 • 6min

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Home Kit - Is Everyone Home?

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Automaters - The Power of Tex Expander

40:59 • 2min

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Is There a Way to Speed Up Your Energy Connection?

43:00 • 3min

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How Do You Know if You've Lost Your Data?

45:30 • 2min

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The Robot Vacuum Button Turns on the Smart Outlet

47:14 • 5min

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52:10 • 3min

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Life, You Know?

55:17 • 5min

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Is There a General Pattern in Your Life?

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What Is Better Touch Tool and How Do You Use It?

01:07:41 • 3min

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How Do I Deal With This When It Doesn't Work?

01:31:18 • 6min

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My Plex Server Is Not Available Outside of My Network, but Someone Can.

01:39:38 • 2min

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Merlin, I'm Going to Learn So Much From This.

01:41:19 • 4min

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In this episode, David and Rosemary are joined by the magical Merlin Mann to talk about his automation journey and problems. From the Simpsons to Synology, and Shortcuts, there's plenty to hear about.

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