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Format, encode, decode, and debug — essential utilities for developers, always free.

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JWT Decoder

Auth

Decode and inspect JSON Web Tokens — view header, payload, and verify signature integrity.

Hash Generator

Crypto

Generate MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, and other hash digests from any text or file input.

Base64 Encoder

Encoding

Encode and decode Base64 strings instantly — supports text, files, and URL-safe variants.

Regex Tester

Patterns

Write and test regular expressions with real-time matching, capture groups, and explanation.

Cron Parser

Scheduling

Parse and validate cron expressions — see the next scheduled runs in a human-readable format.

Markdown Preview

Docs

Write Markdown and see a live-rendered preview — supports GFM, tables, and syntax highlighting.

JSON Formatter

Data

Format, minify, and validate JSON with configurable indentation, depth stats, and error highlighting.

Text Diff

Compare

Compare two texts and see additions, deletions, and changes highlighted — line, word, or character level.

HTTP Status Codes

Dev

Look up any HTTP status code — meaning, usage, and when to use each response code.

XML Formatter

Data

Format, validate, and minify XML data with configurable indentation and error reporting.

SQL Formatter

Data

Beautify and minify SQL queries with support for MySQL, PostgreSQL, T-SQL, and more.

Code Formatter

Code

Beautify and minify HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code instantly with configurable options.

Subnet Calculator

Network

Calculate IPv4 subnet details — network, broadcast, hosts, masks from CIDR notation.

Meta Tag Generator

SEO

Generate HTML meta tags, Open Graph, and Twitter Card tags with live SERP and social previews.

JSON Diff

Compare

Compare two JSON objects and see structural differences — added, removed, and changed keys.

TOTP Generator

Dev Tool

Generate time-based one-time passwords from Base32 secrets. Parse otpauth:// URIs with countdown timer.

What's My IP

Network

See your public IP address and detailed browser, screen, and system information instantly.

Emoji Picker

Dev

Search and copy emojis. Unicode code points, HTML entities, and shortcodes included.

CSS Minifier

Code

Minify CSS code by removing whitespace, comments, and redundant syntax for smaller file sizes.

HTML Minifier

Code

Minify HTML by removing whitespace, comments, and optional tags to reduce page load times.

JavaScript Minifier

Code

Minify JavaScript code with variable mangling, dead code removal, and compression.

JSON Minifier

Data

Minify JSON by removing all whitespace and formatting for compact data transfer.

YAML Formatter

Data

Format and validate YAML with configurable indentation, sorting, and error detection.

Color Contrast Checker

A11y

Check foreground and background color contrast against WCAG 2.1 AA and AAA accessibility standards.

Readability Analyzer

Content

Analyze text readability with Flesch-Kincaid scores, grade levels, and detailed text statistics.

URL Parser

Web

Parse any URL into its components — protocol, host, port, path, query parameters, and hash.

Find and Replace

Dev Tools

Search and replace text with regex support, case-sensitive matching, and batch processing.

String Escape

Dev Tools

Escape and unescape strings for JSON, HTML, SQL, URL, and more formats.

Whitespace Remover

Dev Tools

Strip extra spaces, tabs, line breaks, and trailing whitespace from text.

Text Repeater

Dev Tools

Repeat any text or string a specified number of times with custom separators.

Text Cleaner

Dev Tools

Remove HTML tags, fix encoding issues, normalize whitespace, and clean up text.

ROT13 Encoder

Dev Tools

Apply ROT13 cipher to encode or decode text instantly.

Chmod Calculator

Dev Tools

Convert between symbolic and numeric Unix file permission formats.

Bcrypt Generator

Dev Tools

Hash passwords with bcrypt and verify existing hashes online.

HMAC Generator

Dev Tools

Create HMAC signatures using SHA-256, SHA-384, SHA-512, and more.

TOML Validator

Dev Tools

Validate TOML syntax and format your configuration files.

Markdown Table Generator

Dev Tools

Create and format Markdown tables with a visual editor.

JSON Path Tester

Dev Tools

Evaluate JSONPath expressions against JSON data and see results instantly.

JSON Schema Validator

Dev Tools

Validate JSON data against a JSON Schema definition.

JWT Encoder

Dev Tools

Create and sign JSON Web Tokens with custom claims and algorithms.

Base32 Encoder

Encoding

Encode and decode text using Base32 (RFC 4648) with padding toggle and Base32Hex variant.

User Agent Parser

Dev

Parse any user agent string into browser, OS, device, and engine components.

JSON Tree Viewer

Dev

View JSON as a collapsible tree with color-coded types, expand/collapse nodes, and search.

HTML Live Preview

Dev

Write HTML, CSS, and JS in an editor and see a live preview in a sandboxed iframe.

OG Preview

SEO

Paste Open Graph meta tags and preview how your links appear on social media platforms.

ASCII Table

Reference

Browse, search, and copy characters from an interactive ASCII and Unicode character table.

Regex Library

Patterns

Browse curated regex patterns organized by category with one-click copy to clipboard.

CSS Unit Converter

CSS

Convert between px, rem, em, vw, vh, and % with configurable base font size.

AES Encrypt

Security

Encrypt and decrypt text using AES-256-GCM with password-based key derivation.

QR Code Reader

Dev Tool

Upload an image with a QR code and decode its content — supports URLs, text, and data.

Regex Explainer

Dev Tool

Paste a regex pattern and get a plain-English explanation of what each part matches.

htpasswd Generator

Security

Generate Apache and Nginx htpasswd entries with bcrypt, SHA-1, or MD5 hashing.

SVG Optimizer

Dev Tool

Optimize and minify SVG files — reduce file size while preserving visual quality.

XPath Tester

Dev Tool

Test XPath expressions against XML documents and see matched nodes instantly.

JSON Sorter

Dev Tool

Sort JSON object keys alphabetically — deep or shallow mode with instant output.

.env Validator

Dev Tool

Validate .env files — find syntax errors, duplicate keys, and empty values.

CORS Headers Generator

Dev Tool

Build CORS response headers for Apache, Nginx, Express, or raw HTTP configuration.

Network Port Reference

Reference

Search and browse common network ports with service names, protocols, and descriptions.

Typing Speed Test

Productivity

Test your typing speed with random passages — get WPM, accuracy, and error stats.

Character Counter

Text

Count characters, words, sentences, and paragraphs in your text with detailed statistics.

Base58 Encoder

Encoding

Encode and decode Base58 strings used in Bitcoin and IPFS addresses.

Data URI Generator

Encoding

Generate Data URIs from text or files for embedding in HTML and CSS.

JSON Repair

Data

Fix broken JSON by automatically correcting common syntax errors.

JavaScript Playground

Code

Run JavaScript code snippets instantly in a sandboxed environment.

Docker Run to Compose

DevOps

Convert docker run commands to docker-compose.yml and back.

Certificate Decoder

Security

Decode and inspect X.509 SSL/TLS certificates.

Code Screenshot

Dev

Generate beautiful code screenshots with syntax highlighting.

Cron Expression Builder

Dev

Build cron expressions visually with dropdowns and live preview.

.env Editor

Dev

Parse, edit, sort, and validate .env files.

HTTP Header Analyzer

Dev

Parse and explain HTTP headers with security recommendations.

Regex Cheat Sheet

Dev

Interactive regex reference with syntax groups and examples.

Diff Checker

Dev

Visual side-by-side diff of two text blocks.

Mermaid Diagram Preview

Dev

Live preview Mermaid.js diagrams with SVG/PNG export.

JSON Data Validator

Dev

Validate JSON data against a JSON Schema with detailed errors.

Essential Tools for Modern Developers

Developer tools shouldn't require installation, accounts, or subscriptions. CheckTown's dev utilities cover the tasks that come up in daily development work — formatting a JSON response, decoding a Base64 string, inspecting a JWT token, or verifying a regex pattern before adding it to your codebase.

What Developer Tools Are Available?

Our dev tools cover encoding and decoding (Base64, URL encoding), data formatting (JSON, XML, YAML prettifiers), cryptography utilities (MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512 hash generators), token inspection (JWT decoder with signature verification), and pattern matching (regex tester with real-time highlighting).

We also include time-saving tools for scheduled tasks — the cron expression parser shows you exactly when a cron job will run in plain English, and the Unix timestamp converter helps you debug time-related issues without mental math.

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JWT Decoder: Inspect and Debug JSON Web Tokens Online

JWTs power modern authentication. Learn how to decode, inspect, and debug tokens without any tools.

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Hash Generator: MD5, SHA-256 and More — When to Use Each

Hashing is fundamental to security and data integrity. Learn which algorithm to choose and when.

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Base64 Encoding & Decoding: A Developer's Complete Guide

Base64 is everywhere in web development. Learn how it works, when to use it, and common pitfalls.

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Regex Testing: Write and Debug Regular Expressions Instantly

Regular expressions are powerful but tricky. Learn how to write, test, and debug regex patterns effectively.

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Cron Expression Parser: Schedule Tasks Like a Pro

Cron syntax is concise but cryptic. Learn to read, write, and validate cron expressions with confidence.

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Markdown Preview: Write and Render Markdown in Real Time

Markdown is the universal format for developer docs. Learn the full syntax and preview your output live.

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JSON Formatter: Beautify, Minify and Validate JSON Online

Messy JSON is hard to read and debug. Learn how to format, minify, and validate JSON data instantly.

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Text Diff Tool: Compare Files and Spot Every Change

Spotting differences between text versions is tedious manually. Learn how diff tools work and speed up reviews.

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HTTP Status Codes: The Complete Reference Guide

Look up any HTTP response code — from 100 to 599. Understand meanings, categories, and when to use each code.

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XML Formatter: Beautify, Validate and Minify XML

Format, validate, and minify XML data with configurable indentation. Learn how XML formatting works.

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SQL Formatter: Beautify and Minify SQL Queries

Format SQL queries for any dialect. Learn how SQL formatting improves readability, catches errors, and simplifies code review.

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Code Formatter: Beautify and Minify HTML, CSS, JS

Format and minify HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code instantly. Learn how formatting improves readability and minification reduces file sizes.

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Subnet Calculator: IPv4 CIDR, Masks and Hosts Guide

Learn how subnetting works and calculate IPv4 subnet details from CIDR notation. Network address, broadcast, hosts, and masks explained.

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How to Generate Perfect Meta Tags for SEO

Create optimized meta tags, Open Graph, and Twitter Cards with live previews.

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JSON Diff: How to Compare JSON Documents Structurally

Learn how JSON diffing works, why it beats plain text comparison, and how to spot every change between two documents.

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TOTP Generator: Generate 2FA Codes from Secrets

Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) from Base32 secrets. Parse otpauth:// URIs and manage 2FA codes securely.

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What's My IP: Understanding Your IP Address & Browser Info

Learn what your IP address reveals, how to check it, and what browser information websites can see.

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Complete Emoji Picker Guide for Developers

Find, copy, and use emojis with Unicode code points and HTML entities. Complete guide for web developers.

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CSS Minifier Guide: Compress Stylesheets for Faster Loading

Learn how CSS minification works, what it removes, and how to reduce stylesheet file sizes for better performance.

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HTML Minifier Guide: Reduce Page Size and Boost Speed

Learn how HTML minification strips whitespace, comments, and redundant attributes to shrink your web pages.

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JavaScript Minifier Guide: Optimize JS Files for Production

Learn how JavaScript minification works, why it matters for performance, and how to shrink your scripts effectively.

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JSON Minifier Guide: Compact JSON Data for APIs and Storage

Learn how JSON minification strips whitespace to reduce payload sizes for APIs, configs, and data storage.

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YAML Formatter Guide: Format and Validate YAML Online

Learn how to format messy YAML, validate syntax, and fix common errors in configuration files.

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Color Contrast Checker: WCAG AA & AAA Compliance Guide

Learn how WCAG contrast ratios work, the difference between AA and AAA levels, and tips for designing accessible color combinations.

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Readability Analyzer: Understanding Flesch-Kincaid Scores

Analyze text readability with Flesch-Kincaid scoring. Learn what reading ease scores mean and how to improve your writing.

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URL Parser: Understanding URL Structure and Components

Parse URLs into protocol, host, path, query parameters, and fragments. Learn URL structure, encoding, and debugging tips.

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Find and Replace: A Complete Guide to Text Search and Replacement

Learn how find and replace works, when to use regex patterns, and tips for efficient text manipulation.

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String Escaping: How to Handle Special Characters in Code

Understand string escaping for JSON, HTML, URL, SQL, and regex — and why it matters for security.

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Whitespace Removal: Clean Up Spaces, Tabs, and Hidden Characters

Learn about different types of whitespace, when to remove them, and how to normalize text efficiently.

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Text Repeater: Generate Repeated Strings for Testing and Development

Learn when and how to repeat text with custom separators for test data, placeholders, and more.

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Text Cleaning: Strip HTML, Fix Encoding, and Sanitize Content

Learn text cleaning techniques for web scraping, data pipelines, and content migration.

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ROT13 Encoder: Understanding the Simplest Letter Substitution Cipher

Learn how ROT13 works, why it is symmetric, and where this simple cipher is still used today.

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chmod Calculator: Unix File Permissions Explained with Examples

Understand Unix file permissions, numeric notation, and common chmod values like 755, 644, and 600.

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bcrypt: How Password Hashing Works and Why It Matters

Learn how bcrypt protects passwords with adaptive hashing, salt, and cost factor tuning.

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HMAC: How Hash-Based Message Authentication Works

Understand HMAC signatures, key management, and how to verify message integrity with SHA-256, SHA-384, and SHA-512.

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TOML Validation: Syntax Rules, Common Errors, and Best Practices

Learn TOML syntax for configuration files, common validation errors, and how it compares to YAML and JSON.

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Markdown Tables: Syntax, Alignment, and Tips for Clean Documentation

Master Markdown table syntax with alignment options, escaping rules, and tips for readable documentation.

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JSONPath: Query Language for Extracting Data from JSON Documents

Learn JSONPath syntax for filtering, slicing, and extracting values from complex JSON structures.

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JSON Schema Validation: A Complete Guide to Schema Drafts and Rules

Validate JSON documents with JSON Schema. Learn about draft versions, composition keywords, and common patterns.

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JWT Encoder: Create and Sign JSON Web Tokens for Authentication

Learn how JWTs work, understand signing algorithms, and create tokens for stateless API authentication.

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Base32 Encoding: A Complete Guide

Learn how Base32 encoding works, when to use it, and how to encode and decode data.

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User Agent Parsing: How to Read Browser and Device Information

Understand user agent strings and how to extract browser, OS, and device data.

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JSON Tree Viewer: Navigate Complex JSON Visually

Learn how to explore large JSON structures using an interactive tree view.

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HTML Live Preview: Code and See Results Instantly

Write HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with real-time preview in a sandboxed environment.

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Open Graph Preview: How Your Links Appear on Social Media

Test and preview how your page links will look when shared on social platforms.

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ASCII Table: The Complete Character Reference

Browse the full ASCII and extended Unicode character table with decimal, hex, and binary values.

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Regex Library: Common Patterns You'll Actually Use

Browse a curated collection of regex patterns for email, URL, date, and more.

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CSS Unit Converter: px, rem, em, and More

Convert between CSS units and understand when to use px, rem, em, vw, and vh.

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AES Encryption: Secure Your Data with AES-256-GCM

Learn how AES encryption works and how to encrypt and decrypt text securely.

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QR Code Reader: How to Scan and Decode QR Codes

Learn how QR codes work and how to read them from any image.

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Regex Explainer: Understanding Regular Expressions

Demystify regex patterns with plain-English explanations.

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htpasswd Generator: Apache and Nginx Basic Authentication

Learn how to generate htpasswd entries for web server authentication.

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SVG Optimizer: Reduce SVG File Size Without Quality Loss

Learn SVG optimization techniques and best practices.

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XPath Tester: Query XML Documents with XPath

Master XPath expressions for navigating XML data.

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JSON Sorter: Organize JSON Keys Alphabetically

Learn why sorting JSON keys improves readability and diffs.

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.env Validator: Check Environment File Syntax

Validate your .env files and catch common configuration mistakes.

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CORS Headers Generator: Fix Cross-Origin Errors

Understand CORS and generate the correct headers for your API.

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Network Port Reference: Common TCP and UDP Ports

Browse the essential network ports every developer should know.

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Typing Speed Test: Measure Your WPM and Accuracy

Test and improve your typing speed with real-time feedback.

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Character Counter: Count Characters, Words & Check Platform Limits

Learn how character counting works, why platform limits matter, and how to optimize your text for Twitter, SMS, and meta descriptions.

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Base58 Encoding: Bitcoin Addresses, IPFS, and Beyond

Learn how Base58 encoding works, why it removes ambiguous characters, and where it is used in cryptocurrency and distributed systems.

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Data URI Generator: Embed Files Inline as Base64

Data URIs let you embed file content directly in URLs. Learn when inline encoding improves performance and how to create them.

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JSON Repair: Fix Broken JSON from APIs and LLMs

Repair malformed JSON with trailing commas, single quotes, missing brackets, and truncated LLM output.

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JavaScript Playground: Run JS Code Online

Write and run JavaScript in your browser with zero setup. Learn how the sandboxed playground works.

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Docker Run to Compose: Convert Commands to YAML

Learn why Docker Compose beats long docker run commands and how to convert any command to a compose file instantly.

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Certificate Decoder: How to Inspect SSL/TLS Certificates

Learn how SSL/TLS certificates work, what PEM encoding contains, and how to decode certificates to inspect subject, issuer, SANs, and validity.

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Code Screenshot: Turn Code into Beautiful Shareable Images

Create polished code screenshots with syntax highlighting, themes, and custom styling for social media, docs, and presentations.

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Cron Expression Builder: Create Schedules Without Memorizing Syntax

Build cron expressions visually with a point-and-click interface. Preview upcoming runs and generate crontab-ready syntax.

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Env Editor: Edit .env Files Safely with Validation

Edit environment files with a structured interface that catches syntax errors, validates keys, and keeps your configuration clean.

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HTTP Header Analyzer: Inspect and Debug Response Headers

Analyze HTTP response headers for security, caching, and performance issues. Identify missing headers and get actionable recommendations.

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Regex Cheat Sheet: The Complete Quick Reference for Developers

A searchable reference covering character classes, quantifiers, anchors, groups, and lookarounds. Find the regex syntax you need in seconds.

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Diff Checker: Compare Text and Code Side by Side

Learn how to compare two texts instantly, spot every insertion and deletion, and use diff views effectively for code reviews and content editing.

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Mermaid Preview: Render Diagrams from Text in Real Time

Design flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more using Mermaid syntax with a live preview. Export as SVG or PNG for documentation.

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JSON Data Validator: Check Syntax and Structure Instantly

Validate JSON for syntax errors with precise line and column reporting. Catch trailing commas, unquoted keys, and structural issues before they reach production.

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