Announcing “Awesome Dev Tools”: Your One-Stop Resource for Frontend, SharePoint, PowerShell, and Gen AI

Emmanuel Adegor
2 min readJan 7, 2025

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Are you juggling multiple development technologies — frontend frameworks, SharePoint customizations, PowerShell scripting, and even some AI experimentation? If so, I’ve got some good news! I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Awesome Dev Tools, an open-source repository that curates must-have plugins, scripts, and resources for developers spanning a range of specialties.

Why “Awesome Dev Tools”?

Consolidated Resources: Tired of scouring the web for that perfect browser plugin or CLI module? Our repository collects 10 top tools each for Frontend Devs, SharePoint & SPFx pros, PowerShell enthusiasts, and Generative AI explorers — all in one spot.

Community-Driven: The best part? It’s open source. Anyone can contribute a new tool, suggest improvements, or share how they’re using these resources. The more we collaborate, the bigger and better the list becomes.

  • Step-by-Step Guidance: We’ve included all the important docs — README, CONTRIBUTING, LICENSE, and a Code of Conduct — to ensure a smooth experience for all contributors. We’ve also set up GitHub Issue and Pull Request templates to make it easy for you to propose changes or fixes.

What’s Inside?

1. Frontend Tools — Full-page screenshot extensions, color pickers, React dev tools, and more.

2. SharePoint & SPFx Tools — SharePoint framework samples, theme designers, and PowerShell modules for SharePoint Online.

3. PowerShell Tools — Everything from cross-platform PowerShell 7 to modules for automating Windows server tasks.

4. Gen AI Toolkit — GitHub Copilot tips, OpenAI prompt engineering guides, Hugging Face Transformers, and more.

How You Can Contribute

1. Star the Repo: Show your support by giving it a star on GitHub — this helps us gauge the community’s interest.

2. Open an Issue: Found a new tool or have an idea to enhance the repo? We’d love to hear about it.

3. Submit a Pull Request: Feel free to add your favorite tool directly. Our CONTRIBUTING.md provides a quick walkthrough.

4. Spread the Word: Share the project link on social media or with your fellow devs who might find it helpful.

Ready to Explore?

Check it out here: Awesome Dev Tools

Together, we can build a comprehensive, ever-evolving list of developer resources. If you have a favorite extension, library, or service, please don’t hesitate to jump in and add it. Let’s help each other navigate the rapidly expanding dev landscape! ❤️

Thanks for reading — I can’t wait to see your contributions! 😃

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Emmanuel Adegor
Emmanuel Adegor

Written by Emmanuel Adegor

Principal Software Engineer/Architect ( M365 SharePoint | Teams | SPFX ) | AI Agent | Collaboration Platforms | Workflow Automation Expert

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