Testing
- How I generate MAC addresses for tests without colliding with real devices
Generated MAC addresses are useful for examples, tests, lab configs, and mock network data. The MAC Address Generator tool helps me inspect the input and output without writing a one-off script first.
- How I generate UUIDs for test data and identifiers
A UUID v4 is a random-looking identifier that is useful when many systems need to create IDs without asking a central server first. The UUID Generator tool helps with the mechanical part, but I still check the result …
- How I record microphone audio for a quick test
A microphone test helps confirm the browser can access the mic and the input level is usable. I use Microphone Recorder for the quick version of this task, then I review the output before relying on it.
- How I test an HTTP request before writing the code around it
Before I put an API call into code, I like to prove the request works by itself: URL, method, headers, body, and response. The HTTP Request Tester tool gives me a safe place to test the idea before I put it into a …
- How I test gRPC when normal HTTP tools are not enough
gRPC APIs do not look like normal REST endpoints. Instead of paths like /users, you call service methods with typed messages. The gRPC Tester tool gives me a safe place to test the idea before I put it into a script, …
- How I use a stopwatch with laps for small tests
A chronometer is useful for quick manual timing when a full benchmark is unnecessary. The Chronometer tool handles the repetitive part so I can focus on checking whether the result makes sense.