As developers, we constantly deal with small, context-switching tasks:
formatting or validating JSON
encoding or decoding strings
converting timestamps
checking cron expressions
testing regex patterns
converting color formats
Individually, none of these tasks are complex.
But they interrupt flow when tools are scattered across different sites, editors, or CLI utilities.
After dealing with these small but repetitive tasks, I decided to build a lightweight, client-side toolbox focused on speed and simplicity.
Live demo (online developer toolbox):
https://jsoneditors.com
Design goals
The constraints were intentionally strict:
client-side only
no authentication
no data persistence
minimal UI
fast load time
The site is meant to be opened, used, and closed within seconds.
Tool categories
The toolbox groups utilities based on common development workflows.
JSON utilities
Format, minify, and validate JSON directly in the browser. Useful for API debugging and config inspection.
Encoding and decoding
Base64, URL encode/decode, HTML entities and similar transformations.
Time utilities
Convert Unix timestamps to human-readable time and back. Helpful when working with logs and distributed systems.
Cron helper
Generate and read cron expressions without memorizing syntax.
Regex playground
Test regular expressions against sample input with immediate feedback.
Color utilities
HEX/RGB conversion and quick previews for frontend work.
All tools run locally in the browser. No data is sent to a server.
Why not CLI tools or IDE plugins?
CLI tools and IDE extensions are powerful, but often unnecessary for micro-tasks.
This toolbox is designed for situations where:
you don’t want to install anything
you’re on a different machine
you need visual feedback
you just want a quick answer
It complements existing developer tooling rather than replacing it.
Implementation notes
The focus is on predictable behavior and low cognitive load:
deterministic input/output
minimal dependencies
isolated tools
no hidden state
Each utility is intentionally small and self-contained.
Target audience
This toolbox is useful for developers who work with:
APIs and structured data
backend debugging
frontend styling
automation and scheduling
scripting and configuration
If you frequently switch between random converters and scratch files, this reduces friction.
Try it out
If you want a fast, no-login set of everyday developer utilities, you can try it here:
Online JSON & developer utilities:
https://jsoneditors.com
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Live demo (online developer toolbox)
Online JSON & developer utilities
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