The apps I use every day as a Virtual Assistant and indie Roblox developer on Windows, plus the gear on my upgrade wishlist (marked as wishlist, so you know what I've actually used). 💻
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Apps I Use Every Day
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Game Dev Tools
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Gear on My Upgrade Wishlist
Apps I Use Every Day
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My AI assistant for drafting emails, research, organizing my day, and even debugging Roblox scripts. It's the tool that's helping me grow from VA to AI Specialist. If you only try one AI app, make it this one.
Claude
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Where all my client communication lives. Channels keep each project tidy, and the search saves me whenever I need to find an old request fast. A must-have for any remote worker or VA.
Slack
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Work shifts, client meetings, and family stuff all in one view. I color-code everything and set reminders so I never miss a call across time zones. Simple, free, and it syncs everywhere.
Google Calendar
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My go-to for quick graphics, social posts, and client decks, even without design skills. The free plan covers most of what I need, and the templates make me look like a pro.
Canva
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Every client file, report, and receipt in one place, and I can open it from my phone or PC. Sharing with clients takes seconds, which makes handoffs so much easier.
Google Drive
Game Dev Tools
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Free and surprisingly beginner friendly. This is where I build my own Roblox games after work. If you've ever wanted to make a game, start here and learn Lua as you go.
Roblox Studio
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Free code editor I use for scripts and side projects. Tons of extensions, clean layout, and it runs smoothly on Windows. Great once your Roblox scripts start getting bigger.
Visual Studio Code
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Free 3D software for modeling props and characters to bring into Roblox. There's a learning curve, but the free tutorials online are amazing and it's fully free forever.
Blender
Gear on My Upgrade Wishlist
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Wishlist pick, haven't bought it yet. A tough, well-reviewed ASUS gaming laptop with a dedicated GPU, enough power for Roblox Studio, Blender, and multitasking work apps. Check current PH prices before buying.
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (Wishlist)
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Wishlist pick. The ultralight wireless mouse a lot of pro esports players use. Super light and accurate, so it's comfy for long workdays and gaming sessions alike.
Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 (Wishlist)
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Wishlist pick. A compact wireless mechanical keyboard with no number pad, so there's more desk room for the mouse. Satisfying to type on for long VA shifts and fast for gaming.
Logitech G Pro X TKL Keyboard (Wishlist)
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Wishlist pick. A wireless headset that's comfy for hours, with a clear mic for client calls and great sound for games. Works on PC, PlayStation, and phone, so one headset covers everything.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P Headset (Wishlist)
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Wishlist pick. A second, bigger screen is the best productivity upgrade for VA work: Slack and calendar on one side, client files on the other. LG's UltraGear line is also smooth for gaming.