Topics covered include systems design principles for software, intelligent AI tool usage, Obsidian note-taking app, technology in parenting, productivity challenges with iPads, AI tools for education, enhancing memory with automation tools, and focus tools like brain.fm.

Ryan JA Murphy is a writer and Ph.D. student who is using the Mac and iPad to work with information systems and design science. This week, Stephen and David talk with him about his workflows for research, data organization and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Sanebox: Stop drowning in email! Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Electric: Unbury yourself from IT tasks. Get a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones when you schedule a meeting. Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code MPU at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. Guest Starring: Ryan JA Murphy Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter and join the MPU forums. More Power Users: Ad-free episodes with regular bonus segments MPU Talk Ryan J A Murphy (@ryanjamurphy) / Twitter Axle Design Fulcra Design FiftyThree | Essential Tools for Future Creators Samsung Space Monitor G-Hold - Ergonomic Tablet Holders and Phone Holders Universal Control: Use a single keyboard and mouse between Mac and iPad - Apple Support Concepts App OmniGraffle - The Omni Group DEVONtechnologies | DEVONthink Readwise Tool for Thought, by Steven Johnson - The New York Times Can Design Be Non-paternalistic? Conceptualizing Paternalism in the Design Profession - ScienceDirect Rumor claims Apple is working on new iPad app window management feature | iMore Obsidian, Roam, and the rise of Integrated Thinking Environments—what they are, what they do, and what’s next The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain: Paul, Annie Murphy - Amazon.com Lumberjack for Obsidian Mac Power Users #633: Workflows with Nick Milo - Relay FM Pause: daily mindfulness on the App Store Kagi Search Orion Browser by Kagi My Gear & Studio – 512 Pixels