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Text Tools

13 tools

JSON Formatter & Validator

Format, validate & explore JSON with tree view & error highlighting

Regex Tester

Test regex patterns with live highlighting & plain-English explanations

UUID / ULID Generator

Generate UUID v4, v7 & ULID — bulk up to 1,000

Base64 Encoder / Decoder

Encode & decode Base64 — text, files & image preview

JWT Decoder

Decode JWTs — view header, payload & expiry status

Cron Expression Generator

Build cron expressions visually — see next 10 run times

Hash Generator

Generate MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256, SHA-512 & HMAC hashes

Password Generator

Generate secure passwords with custom length & character sets

QR Code Generator

Generate QR codes for URLs, text, Wi-Fi & more — download as PNG/SVG

JSON to CSV Converter

Convert JSON arrays to CSV with auto column detection & download

JSON to YAML Converter

Convert JSON to YAML and back — preserves types & nesting

SQL Formatter

Format & beautify SQL queries with proper indentation & keyword styling

Chmod Calculator

Calculate Unix file permissions — numeric & symbolic chmod notation

JSON to XML Converter

Convert JSON to XML and back — nested objects & arrays supported

CSV to JSON Converter

Convert CSV to JSON arrays with auto delimiter detection

JavaScript Formatter

Format, beautify & minify JavaScript with syntax highlighting

YAML Validator

Validate YAML syntax, find errors & convert to JSON

XML Formatter & Validator

Format, beautify & validate XML with error detection

IP Address Analyzer

Analyze IPv4 addresses with subnet calculator & binary/hex conversion

HTML Minifier

Minify HTML — remove comments, whitespace & optional tags

URL Parser & Decoder

Parse URLs into components — protocol, host, path, query params & hash

Backslash Escape / Unescape

Escape & unescape backslash sequences — \n, \t, \", \uXXXX

JSON Path Finder

Explore JSON interactively — click nodes to find & copy paths

Placeholder Image Generator

Generate placeholder images — custom size, color, text & download as PNG/SVG

Converters

8 tools

Developer Guides

30 articles

How to Validate JSON: A Complete Guide

Validate JSON data, fix common syntax errors, and learn why validation matters for APIs and configs. Practical examples and free tools.

8 min read · JSON & Data

Regex for Email Validation: The Right Way

The correct regex pattern for email validation, why simple patterns fail, and implementation in JavaScript, Python, and PHP.

9 min read · Regular Expressions

Chmod Permissions Explained: Linux Guide

Master Unix file permissions. Learn what 755, 644, and 777 mean, symbolic notation, and security best practices with an interactive calculator.

10 min read · Unix & Linux

Base64 Encoding Explained: How It Works

What Base64 encoding is, how the algorithm works, and when to use it. Covers data URIs, JWT tokens, and API authentication with code examples.

10 min read · Encoding & Security

How to Create a Strong Password: The Complete Security Guide (2026)

Learn what makes a password strong, the math behind password entropy, common mistakes hackers exploit, and how to create passwords that resist brute-force attacks. Includes NIST 2024 guidelines, passphrase strategies, and free tools.

12 min read · Encoding & Security

MD5 vs SHA-256: Which Hash to Use?

Compare MD5 and SHA-256 side by side. Differences in security, speed, output size, and when to use each for checksums and passwords.

11 min read · Encoding & Security

JSON vs YAML: When to Use Each Format

Compare JSON and YAML side by side. Key differences in syntax, features, and when each is better for configuration, APIs, and data exchange.

9 min read · JSON & Data

UUID v4 vs v7 vs ULID: Which to Use?

Compare UUID v4, v7, ULID, and NanoID. Differences in randomness, sortability, size, and performance for databases and APIs.

10 min read · Developer Tools

Cron Expression Syntax: Complete Guide

Master cron syntax with this guide. The 5-field format, special characters, common schedules, and examples for Linux, AWS, and Kubernetes.

12 min read · Unix & Linux

PX vs REM vs EM: CSS Unit Guide

Differences between px, rem, and em in CSS. When to use each for fonts, spacing, and responsive layouts with accessibility best practices.

8 min read · CSS & Web Dev

WebP vs AVIF vs PNG: Format Comparison

Compare WebP, AVIF, and PNG image formats. Compression ratios, quality, browser support, and when to use each for web performance.

9 min read · Web Performance

Regex Cheat Sheet: 20 Essential Patterns

20 most useful regex patterns for email, URL, phone, date, IP, and password validation. Copy-paste ready with explanations.

11 min read · Regular Expressions

What is JWT? Developer's Guide

How JSON Web Tokens work: three-part structure, common claims, security best practices, and when to use JWTs vs sessions.

10 min read · Encoding & Security

URL Encoding Explained: When You Need It

What URL encoding is, which characters need it, %20 vs +, and how to encode in JavaScript, Python, and PHP. Practical examples.

8 min read · Encoding & Security

HEX vs RGB vs HSL: Color Format Guide

Differences between HEX, RGB, and HSL. When to use each, conversion tips, and practical CSS color management advice.

9 min read · CSS & Web Dev

WCAG Color Contrast: Quick Guide

WCAG contrast ratio requirements for AA and AAA. How to check, fix, and design accessible color combinations for text and UI.

8 min read · CSS & Web Dev

Unix Timestamps Explained

What Unix timestamps are, why developers use epoch time, seconds vs milliseconds, timezone pitfalls, and the Year 2038 problem.

9 min read · Developer Tools

Markdown Cheat Sheet: Syntax Reference

Complete Markdown syntax reference: headings, bold, italic, links, images, code blocks, tables, task lists, and GFM extensions.

10 min read · Text Processing

camelCase vs snake_case vs kebab-case Guide

When to use camelCase, snake_case, kebab-case, PascalCase, and CONSTANT_CASE. Conventions for JS, Python, CSS, SQL, and APIs.

8 min read · Text Processing

How to Create a Strong Password

What makes a password strong, how entropy works, why length beats complexity, and modern NIST best practices with examples.

9 min read · Encoding & Security

How to Generate QR Codes: Complete Guide

Create QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, email, phone, and text. Static vs dynamic, sizing, design tips, and scanning troubleshooting.

8 min read · Developer Tools

Image Optimization for the Web

Reduce image sizes by 60-80% without quality loss. Format selection, responsive images, lazy loading, and Core Web Vitals tips.

11 min read · Web Performance

Regex for Phone Number Validation

Regex patterns for US, UK, international, and E.164 phone numbers. Formatting variations, country codes, and regex vs libraries.

9 min read · Regular Expressions

CSS Gradients: Linear, Radial & Conic Guide

Master CSS gradients with examples. Linear, radial, conic syntax, color stops, repeating gradients, and creative design patterns.

10 min read · CSS & Web Dev

Common JSON Errors and How to Fix Them

Fix the 10 most common JSON syntax errors: trailing commas, single quotes, unquoted keys, and unexpected tokens with examples.

8 min read · JSON & Data

How to Compare Two Text Files: 5 Methods

Compare texts to spot every difference. Online diff tools, command-line diff, VS Code, Git diff, and programmatic comparison.

8 min read · Text Processing

Verify File Integrity with Hash Checksums

Use MD5, SHA-256, SHA-512 to verify downloads. Step-by-step instructions for Windows, Mac, and Linux with examples.

8 min read · Encoding & Security

SQL Formatting Best Practices

SQL formatting standards for readable queries. Indentation, keyword casing, JOIN layout, subqueries, CTEs, and team style guides.

8 min read · Developer Tools

Lorem Ipsum Guide for Designers

What Lorem Ipsum is, why designers use it, when NOT to, 8 creative alternatives, and how much text you need for any design.

7 min read · Text Processing

28 Best Free Online Developer Tools

Curated list of free online developer tools: JSON formatters, regex testers, encoders, converters. Browser-based, private, no signup.

12 min read · Developer Tools

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