Software Engineer's Productive and Minimal Desk Setup (2023)
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As a Software Engineer, I've curated a minimalist, clean, and aesthetically pleasing workspace for maximum productivity. Join me as I dive deep into my favorite tech gadgets and home office products. You'll find these items not only stylish but also essential for enhancing your workspace. Don't miss out on the latest tools and setups to boost your software engineering productivity from the comfort of your home office!
Additionally, I wanted to document the things I am currently using in 2023, and what better way to do so than with a video! Enjoy :]
Checkout the awesome Ergonofis products here:
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@Ergonofis #ergonofis
Website: shrsl.com/4934s
Ergonofis Sway Desk shrsl.com/49346
Ergonofis Desk Shelf shrsl.com/49342
Cable Management shrsl.com/4933x
👨💻My stuff
My website: b-r.io/
My gear: b-r.io/gear/
GitHub: github.com/BrianRuizy
IG: / brianruizy
LinkedIn: / brianruizy
🔗 All Product Links
@livelarq Water Bottle bylarq.com/Brian
@SonyAlphaUniverse Sony Camera amzn.to/3Q3HjMi
Ergonofis Sway Standing Desk shrsl.com/49346
Ergonofis Desk Shelf shrsl.com/49342
Ergonofis Cable Management shrsl.com/4933x
LG Monitor amzn.to/3DJd86G
BenQ Screenbar amzn.to/3fUAfCi
@NomadGoods MagSafe Dock nomadgoods.com/products/stand...
MacBook Pro amzn.to/41fkhEH
Anker USB-c Hub amzn.to/3Dk9vCV
@Apple AirPods Max amzn.to/3mie64b
Apple AirPods Pro amzn.to/3UmMQhq
@Orbitkey Desk Mat amzn.to/3Dm37eu
@modekeyboards Mechanical Keyboard modedesigns.com (build code Y0E1F2E3C4A5B)
@logitech Ergonomic Mouse MX Master amzn.to/3U5syHG
Magic Trackpad amzn.to/46gxWyf
@hermanmiller Aeron Chair www.hermanmiller.com
IKEA peg board www.ikea.com/us/en/p/skadis-p...
Govee RGB Floor lamp amzn.to/46m0xCA
@sonos Beam Soundbar amzn.to/46h5E6H
@FellowProducts Coffe Grinder amzn.to/46CdXK8
Electric Kettle amzn.to/46fGa9M
🎬 Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:44 - Camera update
1:11 - Ergonofis Standing Desk
2:12 - Desk Shelf
2:22 - Cable Management
2:34 - LG Monitor
3:09 - BenQ Screenbar
3:42 - Nomad MagSafe Dock
4:12 - MacBook Pro
4:24 - USB-c Hub
4:48 - Audio
5:22 - Orbitkey Desk Mat
5:42 - Mechanical Keyboard
6:42 - Ergonomic Mouse Logi MX Master
6:58 - Magic Trackpad
7:11 - Herman Miller Aeron
7:48 - IKEA SKÅDIS peg board
8:08 - Govee RGB Floor lamp
8:38 - Sonos Beam Soundbar
8:58 - Fellow Grinder and Kettle
9:20 - LARQ Water Bottle
9:27 - Outro
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A simple and elegant setup that has all the key elements, and nothing to disrupt your productivity. We love it 🤩
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for making it possible 😊
Watching this on plastic chair and laptop on my lap My setup 😎
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I started coding from my parents old dining table. Gotta start somewhere 😅
Love the set up! Very Simple and focus oriented..
Brian man the clean lines of this setup is awesome! I definitely will be adding this desk to my home office. Nice job as always on the content. 👌🏾🔥
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Exactly! That’s why I really liked it. Would be really helpful if you go through this link btw 👉shrsl.com/49346 😁
Hi Brian. I think that you have one of the best Day in the Life and other tech videos that I've seen. They feel very authentic.
I admire your projection you are smart
Love it! Happy you’re posting again! ❤🎉
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Even happier you’ve come back to the channel 🙏
The best setup ive seen on youtube..!! love that you really add things that are actually useful (realmente utiles) and not the ones for "posing" /flexing on social media.. an excellent YT channel Brian.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Glad you like it! 👏
glad to see you back with the content and very happy that you got to work with a brand I have seen work with my favorite creators. btw hope you have a nice day.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for coming back Mendoza! That’s what matters most 🙏 But yup, more cool projects coming up 😁
Very motivational!! Keep going !! I love your content
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I really appreciate that! For sure want to upload more. What type of content do you enjoy most?
Thanks for subtitles in the videos! This is helping me to improve my english learning new words through appreciate a great and beautiful video. Thank you a lot! Cheers from Brazil.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Obrigado! I’ll make note of that and keep adding subtitles to more videos :) Thanks for the support
Such a beautiful working station✨ thanks for all the deets and quality of this video!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed hearing about the details! ❤️
This gotta be the best setup ive seen. Great job man
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks man! Really motivating to hear that 😊
Dude, let me say: I love your videos, I love the aesthetic you use and I loved your setup. Waiting for the next videos 😄!!!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
More to come! I was worried it was too simple 😅
Loved it, very simple, nothing fancy.
Dude every video you make is ART! 🔥🤟🏾
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I appreciate that, Devy! I thought it was pretty simple
It's been a while you posted. its nice to see your video again. waiting for you next day in the life!!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Yeah, sorry. Hope it was worthwhile 🙂. Day in the life is live! kzread.info/dash/bejne/iKBtpMiklKnVpdI.htmlsi=rVLcX9zZAQ4IkBi2
Great setup and cable management. Rock on! 🤘🏼
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks, Alexander! 🤙 Cable management is a must
Always awesome!!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the support as always :)
Love this! Thanks so much I've been wanting to see this video from you for a long time thanks for making this! 🔥🔥🔥
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! What do you think I should do next? 😊🤔
@ella_preppy14
8 ай бұрын
Probably more of your personal life other than work or a long video of you coding personal projects those are just some ideas though @brianruizy
@ella_preppy14
8 ай бұрын
or a Spanish channel would be sick
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@ella_preppy14 I probably will start doing that -more lifestyle content- as the channel grows :)
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@ella_preppy14 you’re not the first to say that! Love to hear there’s a bit of demand from Spanish speaking community.
Awesome!!!!!!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
Loved the video, and the new camera looks sleek and nice!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks! Finally someone mentioned 😅
The Cleanest setup! Great coffee setup as well haha
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
haha yup, really an essential :)
Looks really cool!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks Daria! :) Any favorite item?
Balanced setup. Like it!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in 😁
Awesome Setup! Love your videos man! Keep going! Please make a video on your notion setup! How you take notes there etc. 🙏🏾
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the idea 💡 That’s on my todo list :) Any specific templates you would like to see? Or just overall how I approach them?
@Eric.Gasser
4 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy how you use it in general for personal use and work and how you use it with your phone:)
Amazing Work Space - Congratulations Brian
@brianruizy
4 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
Thank you. We miss you ❤❤
Love the simplicity.
@brianruizy
4 ай бұрын
Glad you like it! 👌
Simple and clean. I think this is the nicest setup I've ever seen. Good job bro!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you, bro! What did you like most?
@CrisTran2311
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy I'm thinking of changing to a raised desk and an ergonomic chair to improve my workflow. And I'm considering the solution you're using
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@CrisTran2311 yeah would def recommend it. Are you also a developer?
@CrisTran2311
8 ай бұрын
Yes, I work primarily from home as a freelance programmer.@@brianruizy
¡ Pero que bien te queda la camiseta del Real Madrid !!! 😃👏👏👏 Saludos desde España !! ❤💛❤️
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Esa era mi esposa 😅 pero sí, Hala Madrid. Me alegra que tengo viewers desde España. ¿Que ciudad?
Cool video!! Love it.
@brianruizy
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the visit!
I would love to see a `what I spend in an week` vlog. I think that this would be very interesting😊
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that idea. 💡Added it to my list. Credits to you 😊
You should try out a Walking Pad in addition to your standing desk. Walking while working makes it much more comfortable in comparison to just standing in front of your desk! Cheers from Germany :)
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I've thought about it! I usually switch between sitting when I start feeling my knees lol. Do you use one, can you link it? And thanks for the support all the way from Germany 🇩🇪!!
Super dope and clean setup bruh 🍻
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Glad you liked 😅
Great video!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it 😁
Your set up is so clean and fresh!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for stopping by :)
@antonellamar
8 ай бұрын
By the way, what did you use to adhere your hub? I need to do that with mine!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Just some 3M double sided tape, it gets the job done 😅
Good vid! I used to think a standing desk is a must as a fellow 12-hour behind the desk worker lol best thing to do is actually go away from the desk for a break tbh
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
Thanks! Oh yes, you’re very right, that would have e been a good mention!
I love your videos I watched them all and you are an inspiration to me. In 2024 I intend to enter software engineering college
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
Best of luck in college mate 😊
Nice video ❤️❤️❤️❤️👍
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in 😊
Clean setup bro.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I appreciate the comment, bro :)
Hi Brian, loving your videos. What settings are you using for your Monitor do have such a crisp look on the monitor coming from the macbook? I have the same as well, but your seems way more clear than mine. Thank you! Loving the videos since the first one.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for supporting since the very start :) Oh I haven’t changed anything but the contrast which is at 70. What have you tried changing?
very nice very clean
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment :)
Masha allah bro❤
Hi Brian, I was looking for a ultrawide monitor, what do you think about that, do You prefer ultrawide or convencional monitor to programming? I'm very undecided 😆
Wow amazing❤
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks 🤗
@ishan__singhal__7991
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy wlcm🤍
Ilove you bro ❤❤🎉
i'd get a second rgb light for the other side to balance the lighting
nice gear! you invest in quality clearly.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
For sure! I think it's better in the long-term. Don't you think?
Nice one Brandon
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
😎 thanks
Nice desk setup. I prefer dark mode for everything.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Even during the day? 🤔
@Tech4YourNeeds
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy Yes, I wear glasses all my life.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
🤣. I just use auto all the time. Because my workspace is bright
Hey! What is the music platform you are using @4:53 ? Those background visuals are pretty nifty.
@brianruizy
5 ай бұрын
That’s just Apple Music with the cover in full screen. Kinda hidden feature 😅
Hi Brian! Great setup :D can I ask you which size your desk is? Thank you! Hope you’ll reach all your goals🚀
@shreksoffspring
Ай бұрын
30x60in sized desk
W setup
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
WWWWWWWWW
loving the setup may i know what is your table size?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks!! 😊 I got the medium one -30x60. Here is the link to my exact spec shrsl.com/49346
Was also thinking of switching to an Ergonofis desk. How wide is your desk Brian?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
I got the medium one which is 30x60. Here is the link to my exact spec shrsl.com/49346 I’m super happy with the build quality 👌
👋 My summary: - 00:00 🖥 Workspace Overview - Emphasis on simplicity, efficiency, and stress-free productivity. - 01:10 🪑 Ergonomics and Ergonoff Sway Desk - The importance of good ergonomics for software engineers spending long hours at their desks. - Introduction of the Ergonoff Sway Desk with its features and solid wood surface. - Highlight of the anti-collision system and cable management. - 02:35 🖥 Monitor Setup - Discussion of the LG 34wn780 monitor with its unique Ergo stand. - The benefits of having a single, focused monitor for tasks. - Introduction of the BenQ screen bar Halo for desk illumination. - 03:44 📱 Mac Safe Dock and MacBook Pro - Description of the Mac safe Dock by Nomad and its features. - The convenience of rotating the phone while charging with iOS 17. - The choice of a MacBook Pro for its single cable setup and portability. - 04:55 🎧 Audio Setup - Discussion of audio equipment, including AirPods Max and AirPods Pro. - Emphasis on the importance of audio for productivity. - Mention of Apple's continuous play feature for seamless switching between devices. - 05:51 ⌨ Mechanical Keyboard and Mouse - Introduction to the envoy mechanical keyboard with a unique build. - Mention of keycap sets and the enjoyment of mechanical keyboards. - Description of the Logitech MX Master III mouse and its features. - 07:15 💺 Chair and Ergonomics - The significance of the Herman Miller Aeron chair for comfort during long hours. - Explanation of mesh material and full adjustability. - Insight into the ideal sitting position and headrest usage. - 08:13 🧰 Miscellaneous Items - Introduction to a pegboard for quick-access items like keys and remotes. - Mention of the Govi RGB floor lamp and its versatility. - The use of a Sonos Beam 2 for excellent audio in a small space. - 09:10 ☕ Coffee Setup - Description of the pour-over coffee method with an electric kettle and grinder. - The appeal of manual coffee preparation for a satisfying cup. - The choice of a stylish Lark and Granite bottle for hydration. - 09:38 🌟 Future Enhancements - A desire to improve the negative spaces around the desk without crowding it. - A request for viewer recommendations or favorite desk tools.
@Noud
8 ай бұрын
Not your summary, but the summary of an AI ;)
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Mhh I thought so too 🤔
This is unbelievably super clean Keep up the amazing content 🩷
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Thanks Zeon 😁, want to see more like this?
@therealzeon
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy absolutely 👍 apartment tour would be a good idea Like how much pcm Location 📌 Girlfriends set-up tour as well Living room Etc Also love how ur a minimalist 👍 would be cool to see ur take on minimalism and how you've incorporated it into ur life 🧬 Another video idea is how u make ur videos They're so clean and fluid like what editing software u use? Much love ruiz as always keep up the amazing content ♦️
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@therealzeon thanks for those ideas 💡 Noted some down :)
Good morning, what is the name of the watch screen protector you have, greetings @Bryan Ruiz
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
The clock? That’s by relaxing clock :) www.relaxingclock.com/
top 👍
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
thanks nandao, what'd you like most?
Great video: I have about 7mm between wall and desktop back. Is enough to "use" the arm support for the monitor? (i can move de desk during installation)
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
The base protrudes about 1.25 cm from the back of the desk. Hope that helps
@NicholasMarmonti
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy Thanks for the answer: which element of the base takes up so much space? I think it's a "c" shaped piece of metal, 1.25 cm is a really big thickness I can't imagine.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@NicholasMarmonti the base that rests on the desk. Checkout the quick setup guide here gscs-b2c.lge.com/downloadFile?fileId=PgH3jeXvDUFgw3td5U8hQ www.lg.com/us/support/manuals-documents?customerModelCode=34WN780-B&csSalesCode=34WN780-B.AUS&category=CT10000030&subcategory=CT30009700
Hi! I was wondering what screen saver you are using.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
for the clock? That’s www.relaxingclock.com 👍
Nice desk setup, What is the name of the wallpaper you used in the thumbnail?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Here you go 😁 unsplash.com/photos/4fF44tm4hpM
I really like the desk, but which camera do you use when you have meetings? You just slide out your macbook and use the internal camera?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Good question! Probably something I should have thrown in there. I use the iPhone continuity camera and with a mini tripod. Have considered maybe trying the Opal camera. What do you use?
@99GermanFireworks99
8 ай бұрын
I had the opal!! It’s pretty good, but I returned because I couldn’t make it look good with my light bar on top of the screen.. do you mind sharing which tripod you are using for your phone? :)
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@99GermanFireworks99 Right!!! I find it a little awkward-looking to be stacked on top of the light bar. Here you go 👍 amzn.to/3PQtGi7 It's a good value mini tripod
where did u get the custom clock in your lock screen?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
here you go :) www.relaxingclock.com
Honestly, I used to have a big PC until I had a house fire and now I just much rather prefer working/gaming with a laptop. It makes for the simplest setups with the smallest footprints too.
how is the hub mounted under the desk? 4:22
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
Velcro tape
What's that widget at 6:34 telling you the Real Madrid schedule?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
That’s the FotMob app apps.apple.com/us/app/fotmob-soccer-live-scores/id488575683
made me want to buy everything 😂
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
That’s how I feel too after watching other setups 🤣
You show me a great model to follow:) Could you please let us know the background music in the video?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Happy to hear that 😊. I get a lot of my music from Epidemic Sound. share.epidemicsound.com/j2d0ao If you want to time stamp a specific one I’ll be happy to share it !
@Zendaya.Schuhlein
8 ай бұрын
Hi, thank you for the response! I love the ones from 2:08 to 8:10:) Thanks a lot:)
@Zendaya.Schuhlein
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizyand also would you please introduce your apartments and the city next time.
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Here you go! Struggled a little to find them again 😬 2:08 www.epidemicsound.com/track/MoUAYn77lG/ 8:10 www.epidemicsound.com/track/kBwxVl7NuQ/
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Yeah I think I do want to show apartment tour before moving out of here :)
cool~~~ what size your desk??
@brianruizy
6 ай бұрын
Thanks! 30x60in
What do you use for lighting when shooting vids?
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
I have an “entry-level” light actually, Godox SL60W amzn.to/40um3CL. For this particular video I just had it pointed at the ceiling.
@rivsxyz
7 ай бұрын
thanks and keep it up @@brianruizy
Webcam for attending Zoom or Teams meetings .., What do you recommend
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Oh right, good question! Failed to show that, but I sometimes use Continuity Camera with a min tripod
is the monitor worth it with compare to lg ultrafine 32un880
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
That's another really good option if you need the extra pixels. So far I think 1440p is good for me
What was that music player looks cool
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
It’s just Apple Music, but this is a kinda hidden feature
Could you share your workflow music playlist 🤌🏾
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Sure I’ve noted that for a future video! Thanks for the idea 💡
What plant is that
What song is this? Its perfect
@brianruizy
7 ай бұрын
Willow Wonder by Guustavv. Got it from epidemic sound 😎 share.epidemicsound.com/j2d0ao
Whats that screensaver, It looks to clean?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
The clock? Here it goes www.relaxingclock.com
4:06 any way to have that iphone wallpaper ?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Here you go :) Just rotate it unsplash.com/photos/E0ttOCaCpcM
@adamkenton2585
8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much@@brianruizy
nice video, what is the name of app at 4:53?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
It's the Apple Music app in full-screen
@z1pp1k
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy Thank you, I have apple music for a while, but didn’t know about it
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@z1pp1k Yeahh it’s a little hidden! First open the mini player by clicking on the now playing cover. Then you just full-screen that mini player window.
@z1pp1k
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy thank you 😍
How many years of coding experience do you have?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
About 4 now, from my first jr. level job. How about you?
what font did u use ? hehe
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
For the intro? Or terminal?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
For the intro and subtitles, I use SF Pro 👍. Here you go developer.apple.com/fonts/
@jerickojamestano626
8 ай бұрын
tnx@@brianruizy
What about sharp text? that LG has only 109 dpi
@brianruizy
6 ай бұрын
Yeah it's on the lower end compared to something like Studio display :( But no complaints, I think it looks fine actually!! Which monitor do you have?
What font do you use here?
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
for the intro? I use SF Pro. Here you go 👍 developer.apple.com/fonts/
Please do apartment tour
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Yeah I probably will before moving out of here. Anything you want to see in particular?
FERCHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO lol
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
💚💚!! Te gusto el nuevo álbum 😬?
@jeremiasdaniel2492
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizy ami me gusto el album… y tu también me gustaste 🥵😅 🥺👉🏼👈🏼
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
@@jeremiasdaniel2492 pues subscríbete 🤣
PLEASE ME HOW CAN YOU PLAY MAC ON YOU LG MONITOR
@brianruizy
4 ай бұрын
AirPlay 👌
ferxxoooooo
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
💚💚💚
This SetUp is so simple and understatement it looks german. 🤣
i want to be a software engineer so much but it seems so hard to be one, i don't know where to start from
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
It’s not easy, but it’s possible! It depends what kind of work you want to get into. Web development could be a good start
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Feel free to PM me if you have any specific questions 👍
sorry, your screen saver? i like the clock in your background
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
That’s www.relaxingclock.com 👍 hope that helps
didn't know u were madridista
where apple watch charger? or you don't use it?
чувак. ты на таком кресле сидишь, но тебе неудобно - плечи расслабь и опусти подлокотники
BRUH BUMPS YEAT????
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Always! Rocking with the new feature on Drake's album?
@_mo.111
8 ай бұрын
@@brianruizyofc! My guy carried
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Most streamed track 🤯
Dark mode is better light mode is bad for your eyes
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
Yup, especially for long hours
Frist
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
🥇
I aint seeing any typing speeds in this comment section!!
@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
haha yeah 🤷♂️
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@brianruizy
8 ай бұрын
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