Alfred Who?!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:14:39 +0100

A few days ago, I got a new computer. I took the chance to evaluate which software I still wanted to use and move over in an effort to reduce my dependencies. One of those programs was Alfred. I used it for many years, mainly to launch apps, open files, do some basic calculations, manage my clipboard, and quickly open Jira tickets. Apple’s Spotlight could do all of those things except for the tiny Jira script.

Since Spotlight has received several updates since I last used it, I decided to give it a try. Guess what? With the Shortcuts integration, it works just as well as Alfred did! Now, I can just type j issue-123, hit enter, and the ticket opens in Safari. Yay!

Configuration in Shortcuts.

Another program was iTerm. Same situation: Terminal is just sufficient for me.

Playing at Programming

Mon, 15 Dec 2014 18:14:01 +0200

Some of my favorite examples on the Mac have been Keyboard Maestro, Text Expander, Hazel, and Automator, each of which allows you to create what are essentially mini-programs, without knowing a bit of code. The most recent exciting entry in this category is Workflow, which has been called Automator for iOS, and which has gotten some great reviews.

A great example for a great app. Get Workflow on the App Store (de, us; affiliate links).

Automation on Flo's Thoughts

Alfred Who?!

Playing at Programming