Theres something about Farhad.
Though when I talk about Farhads writing, Im really talking about histweets.
He is a technology columnist with the New York Times, formerly of Slate and the Wall Street Journal.
But this isnt about his tweetsthis about his actual work.
Location:Mountain View, CACurrent Gig:Technology Columnistat the New York Times.
(AND co-host of theJay and Farhad Show.
(I feel like a cliche.)
What apps, software, tools cant you live without?
Its a really great audio recording app that stores your recordings on Dropbox.
I useCall Recorder for Skype.
Luxe: Great valet parking app that has totally improvedhow I get around SF.
Paprika: Cool recipe manager.
(I cook a lot.)
Also: Microsoft Word (Im old).
Whats your workspace setup like?
Home office, sit/stand desk byGeekDesk.
The iMac, of course, has its own stand.
Instead you have to choose a VESA, arm-less version when you buy your iMac.
Thats dumb, right?
Whats your best time-saving shortcut or life hack?
Nothing, nothing at all.
I am constantly scattered and unfocused.
Whats your favorite to-do list manager?
Oh, per above, Workflowy!
Besides your phone and computer, what gadget cant you live without and why?
As Ive written before, my life is overflowing with gadgets and tech.
But its also in tune with my philosophical outlook.
Im obsessively dependent on technology of all kinds and to live without it is to live a lesser life.
(Does this sound sad?
Probably it does.)
What tools do you use to write?
Im working on a book for which Im noodling withScrivener.
Do you find yourself always working on something?
Always working, when Im not reading the news.
What everyday thing are you better at than everyone else?
My guacamole is better than yours, but I wont tell you my secret.
What do you listen to while you work?
Even faraway talking ruins me.
If the kids are at home I usually cant work.
What are you currently reading?
The Making of the Atomic Bombby Richard Rhodes.
Everyone should read it.
Whats your sleep routine like?
Fill in the blank: Id love to see _________ answer these same questions.
Whats the best advice youve ever received?
(Sorry I dont have any real thing here.
Mostly its whomever told me to work hard and that life is mostly about luck.)
Is there anything else youd like to add that might be interesting to readers and fans?
You should go back to work now.
Have someone you want to see featured, or questions you think we should ask?
