Hi friends,

For context: I'm a full-time freelance editor, producer and CD working mainly on commercials, ads and social/web content for companies. Most of what I know I learned on the job: I've never really gone looking for new tools, I just pick something up when a project demands it.

Because of that, I feel like I've been missing out, especially through 2025–2026 with AI moving so fast. Lately I've been vibe coding my own little apps, usually open-source wrappers for frame interpolation or video stabilization, and those things work great so far.

But I get the sense there's a lot more out there. Peers have mentioned tools that can organize footage, or generate a rough cut for certain types of videos, etc.

So my question: does anyone know a good resource, like a blog or a channel, or have personal recommendations for genuinely useful software from the last one to three years that could make editing and video work faster and more efficient?

Examples: Apps assisting with rough cuts, selects process, file organization, editor-client workflows, etc.

My future perspective: I had also been experimenting with things like Remotion, which, on the surface, is a framework that turns web based animations (CSS, Typescript, etc.) into video files. While I think this tech is not super ready yet, it could help with automating creating graphics in my opinion. Basically "vibe motion design".

Thanks a lot ! :)

Hi friends,

recently I have started using Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine) to treat my focus issues and support my daily chores/productivity/life.

Generally, I have been using either 30mg or 60mg of Vyvanse, paired with sufficient food, a high protein intake and some physical activity.

According to my research, 30mg of Vyvanse equals 8.9mg of d-amphetamine.

Lately, I have watched some content of the YouTube channel "Leo and Longevity". I'm sure, he's known here - I'm not sure what his image is within the community. And if I understood things correctly, he said that taking above 10mg of amphetamines is unnecessary, and also that reaching a certain euphoria from amphetamines can lead to permanent damage / neurotoxicity.

So my question is: Am I at any risk of permanent damage, as I did indeed witness some euphoria in the past?

I am aware that more factors might play into this and that answering such questions remotely can be difficult. What I am mainly looking for I guess, is to understand the effects and side effects of Vyvanse better in a way. In addition to doing my own research on the web.

I am quite new to this online community, so I hope that I got the terminology and facts correct. Thanks!

Hi friends, hope everyone is well! :)

I recently picked up an Apple Extended Keyboard II and restored it as best I could: thorough clean, dust removal, disinfection, and an ADB adapter. It works great with my modern MacBook.

The one issue I can't shake is occasional double strokes (chattering, I think it's called).

I've already deep cleaned the affected keycaps so there's no dust or debris in them. I know there are software fixes that filter out duplicate keystrokes, but I'd rather solve this on the hardware side first if possible.

Any tips, or is this a straightforward fix?

Keyboard info:

• Apple Extended Keyboard II, QWERTZ layout
• Production: 1995 "Assembled in Mexico"
• Model: M3501
• Connection: AEKII → ADB → Drakware ADB2USB → MacBook
• Keycaps: not 100% sure, photo attached for reference

Thanks! :)

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Hi friends,

I have been using MacBooks exclusively for all my work in recent years. Unfortunately, my old MacBook got its display damaged and so I replaced it with a new MacBook.

So far I have been using the new machine exclusively, however I was curious if you guys have any ideas to still make use of my older MacBook?

What I have already tried

I do not see a direct use for using it as a sole rendering machine, as 99% of my post-production time is spent within the timeline. Exports themselves are very quick on my machine.

My workflow has recently expanded into using things like RIFE frame interpolation software, which gets really heavy on my system. I have also began using things like Gyroflow, however that one is pretty lean to handle.

My Question

What I'm most curious about, is if there are any use cases that I simply didn't think of yet. Of course, one should not force usage of a second machine if there is no rational benefit, I suppose.

I use the Adobe Suite for my main work currently: Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop.

Context

Current system:
MacBook Pro 16"
M4 Max Chip, 16/40-Cores
64 GB Unified Memory
4 TB SSD

Previous system:
MacBook Pro 14"
M1 Pro Chip, 10/16-Cores
16 GB Unified Memory
1 TB SSD
Caveat: One third of the display is broken, the rest works. Headless operation possible.

Current work:
- Mostly video post-production involving footage captured by mid-range Sony cameras, such as the A7 IV.
- Most of the footage I work with is high-bitrate H.264/MP4
- Some projects can include heavy motion graphics, usually directly within Premiere.
- No heavy color work.
- Most timelines are 5-10 video tracks.
- Currently experimenting with many new additions to my workflow, such as frame interpolation directly on my computer (RIFE) or Gyroflow. I am looking to expand the tools I am using, however that's not really defined yet.

I hope my question was composed well enough. Thanks a lot!