Starting out as a developer can feel overwhelming with so many tools to choose from. To save you time and effort, here’s a list of 10 free tools that have helped me (and many others) on this journey.

The Tools

-Visual Studio Code
The ultimate code editor for beginners. Install extensions for syntax highlighting and auto-completion.

-Postman
Essential for testing APIs.

-Figma
Great for viewing and understanding design files.

-GitHub Desktop
Simplifies Git workflows for those not yet comfortable with the command line.

-CodePen
Perfect for experimenting with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript snippets.

-Vercel
Deploy front-end projects quickly and easily.

-Heroku
A straightforward option for hosting back-end apps.

-Prettier
Automatically formats your code to keep it clean and consistent.

-ESLint
Catches errors and enforces coding standards.

-ChatGPT
A lifesaver when you’re stuck or need explanations for complex concepts.

These tools will make your development process smoother and more efficient. Are there any tools you love that I missed?