I built 200+ developer tools โ€” hereโ€™s why

๐Ÿ“ฐ Dev.to ยท Showmic Arefin Tonmoy

Learn why building 200+ developer tools was a game-changer for one developer and how you can apply the same principles to your own work

intermediate Published 4 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Identify repetitive tasks in your workflow using tools like RescueTime or Toggl to track time spent on tasks
  2. Build a simple tool to automate one of these tasks using a language like Python or JavaScript
  3. Configure the tool to integrate with your existing workflow using APIs or webhooks
  4. Test and refine the tool based on user feedback and performance metrics
  5. Apply the same principles to build multiple tools to streamline your workflow
Who Needs to Know This

Developers and software engineers can benefit from understanding the motivations behind building multiple tools to improve their own workflow and productivity

Key Insight

๐Ÿ’ก Building multiple developer tools can help automate repetitive tasks, streamline workflow, and boost productivity

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