Top 25+ Tools You Will Need To Bag High TC Full Stack Development Jobs in 2023

In today’s date, full-stack development has become a colloquial term among programmers and almost every computer (and non-computer) grad is trying to become a full-stack developer. Working on every aspect of an application and working efficiently across requirements while donning different hats are two different things. 

If we even out the technical know-how and experience, the ability to use tools is the single biggest factor that influences your success as a full-stack developer. With layoffs becoming common during 2023, even the most skilled developers are facing issues with employment and job security. 

To help hone your skills as a full-stack developer, the experts at Talent500 have compiled a list of the top 25+ tools that you should master to bag high TC full-stack development jobs despite the recessionary pressure on the job market. 

Let’s begin:

Code Editors

In this section, we will top three code editors that full stack developers use due to a high degree of customization and functionality:

#1 Microsoft Visual Studio Code

It is a popular, free, open-source code editor developed by the Microsoft Corporation that offers a multitude of features and plugins.

#2 Sublime Text

Sublime is an extremely versatile code editor known for its ease of use and fast performance for code, markup, and prose. Sublime Editor’s pricing starts at $65/seat/year.

#3 Atom

Developed by GitHub, Atom comes with a modern user interface and a vast library of plugins and packages. It is open-source, free, and it is highly customizable.

You may also lay your hands on Neovim, IntelliJ Idea, Notepad++, StackBlitz, Repl.it, CodePen, and JSBin.

Module Bundlers

The top two module bundlers for full-stack development are:

#4 Webpack

It is a powerful and widely-used module bundler that is used across multiple asset types including JavaScript, CSS, and images. Moreover, it also enables users to optimize and transform these assets during the build.

#5 Parcel

Parcel is one of the new entrants in the module bundler space but it is rapidly growing due to its simplicity and ease of use. Its benefits like minimal configuration and fast build time make it ideal for new developers that are getting started and for smaller projects.

Task Runners

Now, let us go through the top two task runners for full-stack development which help automate common development tasks like building, testing, and deploying code:

#6 Grunt

Grunt is a popular JavaScript task runner that is widely used for its powerful automation capabilities that help streamline repetitive tasks like linting, building, and testing. Users can avail of a flexible configuration syntax coupled with a variety of plugins, making it compatible with different development workflows.

#7 Gulp 

If you are looking for cutting-edge performance and code-over-configuration, Gulp is the ideal JavaScript task runner for you. Its UI is simple and intuitive, with its syntax being extensible and customizable.

Compiler tools 

Compiler tools enable programmers to develop feature-rich JavaScript code which is interoperable with older browsers and environments. 

The top two compiler tools to learn as a full-stack development are:

#8 Babel

It is very popular as it helps transform and compile modern JavaScript code into older JS versions with the help of its broad range of plugins and features.

#9 TypeScript

TypeScript is a statically-typed, object-oriented programming language built on JS that can be used for both the front-end and back-end development of a web application. It comes with a wide range of advanced features for type checking, class-based object-oriented programming, and more.

Package Management Tools

The top 2 package management tools for full-stack development are:

#10 Npm (Node Package Manager) 

Npm is a command line tool and the default package manager for Node.js which installs/uninstalls/updates Node. js packages in your web application and manages dependencies in full-stack web development projects. While it also acts as an online repository for open-source Node. js packages, it enables the management and sharing of packages across different projects owned by you.

#11 Yarn

Many companies opt for Yarn due to a number of reasons including offline package installation, better security, Yarn workspaces, lockfiles-based versioning, and growing support from the full-stack development community.

Browser-Based Tools

Often, many tech companies use browser-based tools as they provide a quick and convenient way to write, test, and share code, and even prototype, learn or facilitate quick demos. 

The top three browser-based tools for full-stack development are as follows:

#12 JSFiddle

JSFiddle allows front-end developers to write and test their HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code snippets with great ease.

#13 CodePen

It is a browser-based development environment that provides front-end developers with a wide range of features including live code preview and peer sharing.

#14 Repl.it

Repl.it is a perfect fit for organizations that employ multiple programming languages and want a browser-based development environment that is simple, quick, and versatile.

Source Code Management Tools

Source code management (SCM) tools are widely used in full-stack development to manage code and collaborate with others, as version control allows developers to keep a systematic track of changes, and revert to previous versions in case of any issues.

The top three source code management (SCM) tools are as mentioned below:

#15 Git

Arguably, Git is the most renowned distributed version control system and it comes with multiple benefits like high flexibility, and speed, and has an ever-expanding base of users and contributors.

#16 Subversion (SVN)

An alternative to Git, Subversion is a centralized version control system that helps users manage software projects with a focus on stability and reliability.

#17 Mercurial

For organizations that wish to use a distributed version control system, Mercurial offers a simple, scalable, and fast alternative to Git. It is lightweight and simplifies the creation and merging of branches, thereby facilitating parallel work on separate features without affecting the main code base.

API Testing Tools

API testing tools help developers and testers ensure that APIs work as intended and identify bugs before they are released to users.

The top three API testing tools for full-stack developers are as follows:

#18 Postman 

It is a popular API testing, documentation, and collaboration tool among developers. It supports extensive automation and monitoring while its active community of contributors makes Postman extremely popular among developers.

#19 curl

It is a lightweight, simple, and straightforward command line tool with cross-platform compatibility and it allows developers to easily customize request headers, authentication, and other parameters. Also, it is ideal for CI/CD pipelines as curl can be easily automated using scripts, and it is an open-source testing tool that supports multiple protocols, such as HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, and more; adding to its versatility.

#20 SoapUI

With a graphical user interface and support for multiple protocols, SoapUI provides security testing features including SSL certificate validation and support for OAuth authentication.

SoapUI provides users with an integrated environment as users can connect it with tools like JIRA and Jenkins along with the ability to create data-driven tests.

Serverless Computing Tools 

Serverless computing tools provide developers with a highly scalable and cost-effective alternative to traditional server-based computing and allow developers to focus on writing code rather than managing infrastructure.

The top three serverless computing tools for full-stack development are:

#21 AWS Lambda

AWS Lambda is a cost-effective solution for full-stack development since it charges only for the actual compute time used and automatically scales applications to meet demand. It provides a flexible environment for development as it supports multiple programming languages and operates on an event-driven architecture. It doesn’t require server maintenance, has high availability, and provides quick deployment, making it highly popular across the globe.

#22 Google Cloud Functions

Google Cloud Functions provides similar features as AWS Lambda but it does a better job when it comes to availability. It is user-friendly, and Google’s API support enables developers to seamlessly integrate it with other applications and tools.

#23 Azure Functions

Developed by Microsoft, it is a serverless computing platform that allows developers to run their code in response to events such as HTTP requests, queues, or message bus events.

Software Testing Tools 

The top three software testing tools for full-stack development are:

#24 Selenium

It is a popular open-source testing tool that helps automate application testing with support for multiple programming languages and cross-browser compatibility. It also comes with features like test parallelization and integration with other tools like JIRA and Jenkins.

#25 JUnit

JUnit is an open-source testing framework for Java with support for multiple programming languages and automation of test cases and modular testing. While it also provides test parallelization and data-driven testing, JUnit’s customizable reporting makes it immensely popular.

#26 Mocha

Mocha is a simple and flexible testing framework that has most features offered by Selenium and JUnit. On top of that, it supports asynchronous testing on both server-side and client-side JavaScript code. 

Mocking Tools

Mocking tools are used by developers to create realistic simulations of external APIs and services for testing purposes for adding to the reliability and robustness of their web applications.

The top two mocking tools for full-stack development are as follows:

#27 WireMock

It is an open-source, simple, and flexible mocking framework that allows developers to test their applications in isolation with realistic network conditions, including delays, errors, and bandwidth constraints. It can be integrated with testing tools like JUnit and Selenium, thereby boosting its scalability.

#28 Nock

Nock is an open-source framework that allows developers to create mocks and stubs for testing through both HTTP and HTTPS protocols. It provides the users with an intuitive syntax, and high configurability and supports integration with tools like Jest and Mocha.

Summing Up

These full-stack development tools help improve productivity, reduce the risk of errors, and make it easier to manage complex development workflows but before you start learning them, consider this fact: Organizations use them in tandem and you need to know which tools the hiring company uses as a part of its tech stack. 

You don’t need to be an expert at these tools but have a clear understanding of how to leverage them as a part of the overall tool stack for increasing your odds of securing the job and maximizing your TC.

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