Stacks by Tool Finder I Use 19 Tools as a Developer
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Aug 28, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Alyssa Holland, a Senior Software Engineer and podcaster from Culture In Between, shares her transition from music to tech. She reveals her top 19 tools for productivity, including VS Code and Notion, while encouraging developers to embrace AI, especially ChatGPT, to enhance their workflow. Alyssa emphasizes the balance between digital tools and physical activity in her daily routine, providing invaluable insights into optimizing time management and creativity in coding.
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Unexpected Path To Front-End
- Alyssa accidentally became a software developer after majoring in computer science despite starting as a musician.
- She has now worked in the field for about ten years focusing on front-end UI work.
Start With Slack, Then Protect Deep Work
- Begin the day by checking Slack and making sure nothing urgent is happening before deep work.
- Use short stand-ups and a shared JIRA board to stay aligned and minimize meeting time.
Design Syncs Improve Component Work
- Regular design syncs between developers and designers speed up component and design system work.
- Close collaboration using Figma helps iterate UI and keeps front-end aligned with design.