13.2 Tools

Like any craftsman, a software engineer is only as good as their tools

1. Linters

2. Static code checkers (Sonarlint, Findbugs)

3. I highly encourage you to use ChatGPT or any LLM AI as a coding assistant

4. Know your IDE

5. Your keyboard is your closest companion. Know your shortcuts

6. Don’t be afraid to pay for a product (IDE, LLM AI subscriptions for example)

7. Your keyboard is your closest companion. Know your shortcuts