Here’s some of the resources I use in software development

I get asked a lot about the things I use to build software, stay productive, or buy to fool myself into thinking I’m being productive when I’m really just procrastinating. Here’s a big list of all of my favorite stuff.

  • 1Password

    A secure password manager that stores and manages passwords, secure notes, credit card information, and other sensitive data, helping users maintain strong online security practices.

    1password.com

  • Bugsnag

    A monitoring and error reporting tool that helps developers detect, diagnose, and fix application errors and crashes in real-time, improving application stability and performance.

    bugsnag.com

  • Canva

    An online graphic design tool that simplifies the creation of graphics for presentations, social media, posters, and more with its user-friendly interface and templates.

    canva.com

  • HubSpot

    A comprehensive inbound marketing and sales platform offering CRM, marketing automation, and customer service tools to help businesses attract, engage, and delight customers.

    hubspot.com

  • JSFiddle

    An online JS Coding sandbox that allows you to create simple JavaScript examples of a problem or feature that you can share with others.

    jsfiddle.net

  • Laravel

    A PHP framework known for its elegant syntax and developer-friendly features, enabling rapid development of web applications with robust MVC architecture, powerful ORM, and built-in support for authentication, routing, and caching.

    laravel.com

  • Mailtrap

    A service for testing email workflows in development and staging environments by capturing and inspecting sent emails without reaching real inboxes.

    mailtrap.io

  • Mouseflow

    A web analytics tool that tracks and records user behavior on websites, providing insights through heatmaps, session replays, and conversion funnels.

    mouseflow.com

  • Netlify

    A platform that provides continuous deployment, hosting, and serverless backend services for static websites and web applications.

    netlify.com

  • Nexmo

    A cloud communications platform providing APIs for SMS, voice, and authentication services, enabling developers to integrate real-time communication features into their applications easily.

    nexmo.com

  • Next.js

    A React framework that enables server-side rendering and static site generation for building fast and scalable web applications. It offers features like automatic code splitting, TypeScript support, and a powerful developer experience.

    nextjs.org

  • Notion

    A versatile workspace tool combining notes, databases, wikis, project management, and collaboration in one platform, enhancing productivity and organization for teams and individuals.

    notion.so

  • OhDear

    A website monitoring service that checks the uptime, performance, and broken links of websites, notifying users of any issues promptly.

    ohdear.app

  • Paw

    A powerful HTTP client for testing APIs and debugging HTTP requests, offering a user-friendly interface and advanced features for developers.

    paw.cloud

  • Pexels

    A platform offering free stock photos and videos that can be used for personal and commercial projects without attribution, supporting creative endeavors worldwide.

    pexels.com

  • Plecto

    A performance management platform that visualizes key metrics and KPIs in real-time dashboards, enhancing team motivation and productivity.

    plecto.com

  • Ploi

    A platform designed for server management and deployment of PHP applications, providing tools for streamlined development workflows.

    ploi.io

  • Pusher

    A platform that provides real-time APIs and scalable infrastructure for building communication and collaboration features into applications, such as chat, notifications, and live data updates.

    pusher.com

  • SendInBlue

    A platform for email marketing and automation, offering tools for managing contacts, designing campaigns, and analyzing results to optimize marketing efforts.

    sendinblue.com

  • Sequel Pro

    A macOS application for managing MySQL databases through an intuitive and user-friendly interface, favored by developers for its ease of use and robust features.

    sequelpro.com

  • Sketch

    A digital design toolkit used for creating user interfaces, prototypes, and vector graphics with a focus on simplicity and collaboration among design teams.

    sketch.com

  • Slack

    A collaboration hub that facilitates team communication through channels, messaging, file sharing, and integrations, enhancing productivity and teamwork in organizations.

    slack.com

  • Tailwind

    A utility-first CSS framework for building custom designs rapidly, emphasizing utility classes to style HTML components without writing traditional CSS styles.

    tailwindcss.com

  • ThemeForest

    An online marketplace offering a wide range of premium website templates and themes for various platforms like WordPress, Joomla, HTML, and more, catering to designers and developers seeking ready-made solutions for web projects.

    themeforest.net

  • Undraw

    A website providing open-source illustrations that can be used freely in web design, presentations, and other creative projects, offering a wide range of customizable vector illustrations.

    undraw.co

  • Unsplash

    A website providing high-quality, free-to-use stock photographs contributed by photographers worldwide, suitable for various creative projects and commercial use.

    unsplash.com

  • Visual Code Studio

    A lightweight, cross-platform code editor with powerful features for debugging, syntax highlighting, version control integration, and an extensive library of extensions to enhance developer productivity.

    code.visualstudio.com

  • Vue.js

    A progressive JavaScript framework used for building user interfaces and single-page applications. It emphasizes simplicity and flexibility, allowing developers to incrementally adopt its features into existing projects.

    vuejs.org

  • Webflow

    A platform for building responsive websites visually, using a drag-and-drop editor that generates clean HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code.

    webflow.com

  • Zapier

    A web automation tool that connects various apps and services to automate workflows, allowing users to create automated tasks (Zaps) without needing to write code.

    zapier.com