I stopped using the task management features of Org mode and I wanted to use Apache mod_markdown to view my notes when on a mobile device. I like how simple markdown is. It’s all I need for notes. Denote is great for keeping organized.
After many years of Org-mode, I’ve settled on Emacs Denote with a git repo of markdown files, paired with a paper bullet journal.
I use fish shell only now. Used to only write bash, but I’ve started writing some fish scripts. I wouldn’t try to plan too much WRT shell scripting up front. Just fix your pain points as you go.
I use Calibre and its web server locally. Works great.
Why “other than depositing a check remotely”? Depositing a check remotely is the reason I have to use my bank’s mobile app.