About Toolshref

Built by Developers, For Developers

Welcome to Toolshref. If you are here, you probably have a JSON file that won’t parse, a dependency tree that looks like a spiderweb, or a snippet of code that needs immediate formatting.

I created this site for one simple reason: I needed these tools during my own daily workflow, and I was tired of the alternatives.

The Story Behind the Code

I am Sam, a Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the IT industry. throughout my career, I have worked across the full spectrum of modern development—from architecting complex Microservices to managing enterprise cloud infrastructure on AWS, GCP, and Azure.

I have spent thousands of hours writing Java, debugging Python, and wrestling with TypeScript type definitions. In that time, I noticed a recurring friction. Developers lose valuable minutes every day looking for quick utilities to format log files or visualize data structures. The existing tools were often slow, riddled with invasive ads, or unsafe.

Toolshref is my answer to that problem. It is the professional-grade toolbox I wish I had when I started coding.

My Tech Stack & Philosophy

Because of my background in heavy-duty enterprise development, I approach these web tools with a strict focus on performance and security.

• Privacy First: I understand data sovereignty. That is why tools like our Java Code Formatter and JSON Parser run entirely client-side. Your code never leaves your browser.
• Zero Fluff: I don’t care about flashy animations; I care about accurate input and instant output.
• Cross-Domain Expertise: My experience with Java ensures our backend parsers are accurate, while my work with Python and modern JavaScript ensures the visualizations are robust.

The Mission

The goal of Toolshref is not just to “fix code.” It is to protect your flow state.

Development is hard enough without fighting your environment. Whether you are a student writing your first “Hello World,” a frontend dev debugging CSS, or a backend engineer architecting a cloud solution, I want this site to save you time and make your development process smoother.

Get in Touch

I am actively developing new tools every week. If you have a suggestion for a tool you’d like to see, or if you spot a bug, please reach out directly.

Email: info@toolshref.com

Thank you for using Toolshref. I hope these tools save you as much frustration as they have saved me.

Sam Lead Developer & Founder, Toolshref