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Cool Tools

387: David Buxton

Oct 21, 2023
David Buxton, a tech founder based in London, discusses interesting tools on this podcast. Topics include a personal information manager called Workflowy, the benefits of a calendar-less to-do list, a convenient and structured web app, the Turn GSD e-bike model, Langchain Python library for generative AI, the benefits of a line-a-day diary, and the future of AI assistants in HR.
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Quick takeaways

  • Workflowy is a versatile task management app that helps users organize and track their to-do items.
  • Electric cargo bikes, like the Tern GSD, provide a car-free transportation option for families with young kids.

Deep dives

Tool 1: Workflow - The Holy Grail of Task Management

Workflow is a task management app that allows users to merge all their personal and work tasks into a single hierarchical bullet point list. With the ability to filter, search, and manipulate the list, users can easily organize and track their to-do items. Users can drill into individual bullet points to delve deeper and access full documents. Workflow synchronizes with phone and web interfaces, making it accessible and convenient for users.

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