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Coding is the backbone of all digital platforms, transforming human ideas into functional applications. As the digital realm expands, so does the need for skilled coders. Today’s developers use a plethora of languages like JavaScript, Python, and PHP, each suited for specific tasks. A profound understanding of coding remains essential for crafting responsive, dynamic, and engaging websites.

Hot Web Dev Magazine – 12 Tools From 2024

If you have been following the monthly Hot Web Dev magazine, you will find at the end of each edition, I recommend a tool of the month. Over the years, the tools used have varied from open-source apps and JavaScript UI frameworks to server tools, AI, CSS, desktop and web applications. Here’s a list of the tools from 2024, along with updates on new features and development (or lack of).

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May 2025 – Hot New Web Dev

Welcome to Hot Web Dev May 2025, featuring the latest technology, web development news and articles. In this edition, we say goodbye to pocket, as well as some news on the recent open-sourcing of a popular Microsoft tool. The tool of the month is now free for everyone to use, and it can enhance your portfolio.

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April 2025 – Hot New Web Dev

Welcome to Hot Web Dev April 2025, featuring the latest technology, web development news and articles. This month features the latest Ubuntu version and its support for additional technology. Unfortunately, more WordPress malware has been discovered again. Are you building an API? If so, the tool of the month is right up your street.

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March 2025 – Hot New Web Dev

Welcome to Hot Web Dev March 2025, featuring the latest technology and web development news. This month features the new version of GIMP, WordPress exploits and the usual learning and coding resources featuring career advice when breaking into technology. The tool of the month is a PHP tool that is a development saviour for newbies and professionals alike.

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February 2025 – Hot New Web Dev

Welcome to Hot Web Dev February 2025, featuring the latest technology and web development news. In this month’s edition, we go back in time to revisit an old coding academy. We have our usual section on coding featuring Laravel and Svelte. The tool of the month is another web platform framework.

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January 2025 – Hot New Web Dev

Welcome to Hot Web Dev January 2025, featuring the latest technology and web development news. This month, we look at the new release of the Tailwind CSS and its exciting new features and improvements. The tool of the month is a new open-source JS module that can add effortless camera and screencast integration into your project.

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Hot New Web Dev – December 2024

Welcome to Hot Web Dev December 2024, featuring the latest technology and web development news. This month I play around with Apple Intelligence to see what all the fuss is about. Highlights include rogue Chrome browser extensions exposing user data, learning and coding resources. December’s tool of the month aims to assist developers when creating new projects. Happy New Year and hope that 2025 brings us more learning resources and tools that you will love.

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Hot New Web Dev – November 2024

Welcome to Hot Web Dev November 2024, featuring the latest technology and web development news. This month I share my views on Linux and whether it is the best for developers. We have a fresh batch of learning and coding resources and the tool of the month is hot with developers.

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Hot New Web Dev – October 2024

Welcome to Hot Web Dev October 2024, featuring the latest technology and web development news. This month we check out Svelte 5 and the new CLI which aims to speed up development by reducing set-up time. We feature an in-depth section on JavaScript and the tool of the month will bring your web app to a desktop or mobile near you.

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New Svelte 5 Guessing Game 2024


In this tutorial, you’ll build a fun and interactive guessing game using Svelte 5, the latest version of the lightweight JavaScript framework designed for creating fast and reactive web applications. This game will challenge users to guess a randomly generated number within a certain range, offering real-time feedback on whether their guesses are too high or too low. By leveraging Svelte’s powerful reactivity and efficient state management, you’ll create a smooth user experience with minimal code, making it an ideal project to explore Svelte 5’s new features and capabilities.

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