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Yanaiara Oliveira
Yanaiara Oliveira

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πŸš€ 5 Browser Extensions That Will Boost Your Development

Hey, devs! πŸ‘‹ If you're like me and love finding new ways to optimize your workflow, these tips are for you. I've picked the 5 browser extensions that I use daily and that really make a difference in my development process. Let’s dive in!

1. React Developer Tools βš›οΈ
If you work with React, this extension is a game-changer. It lets you explore the component tree, view props, hooks, and children in a clear way. It's a must-have for debugging and understanding what's happening in your app. Trust me, you won't want to code without it!

2. Light House 🚦
Want to know how healthy your website is? Light House is perfect for analyzing performance, accessibility, SEO, and best practices. It's like getting a full check-up for your page with just one click. Perfect for those who aim to improve user experience consistently.

3. GoFullPage πŸ“Έ
Ever needed to take a full-page screenshot and ended up piecing together multiple images? With GoFullPage, that's a thing of the past! One click, and you get the full screenshot, all set. Super convenient!

4. ColorZilla 🎨
This one’s for all the design lovers! ColorZilla is the go-to eyedropper tool that lets you pick any color from a webpage and create custom palettes. See a color you like? It’s yours in seconds.

5. WhatFont πŸ…°οΈ
Have you ever wondered, β€œWhat font is that?” while browsing? WhatFont has you covered. It helps you find out font names, sizes, weights, and more by simply hovering over the text. Quick and effective!


These are the extensions that are part of my dev survival kit and truly make my day-to-day work easier. Which of these do you already use or feel like trying out? Better yet, do you have another must-have extension that should be on this list? Drop it in the comments! Let’s share knowledge and keep learning together. πŸš€πŸ’¬

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