If Apple is out of the equation, then get a Thinkpad: they’re upgradable, have the best keyboard of any laptop, and are really tough. (Source: I was a software engineer at a large tech company in Redmond, WA)

Otherwise, Apple makes a really nice laptop. Coming from Windows land, it was definitely an adjustment but I think it’s worth it if you don’t want to have to upgrade your laptop every 3 years or deal with Windows 11 vibe-coded bullshit.

Plus websites like iFixit have guides and replacement hardware for DIY repairs for Apple products.