I’ve been working with validation patterns recently and realized how much time gets wasted when switching between editors just to check whether a regex expression is working properly. Having a quick browser-based tool makes the process much easier, especially for debugging smaller patterns on the fly.
While searching for a reliable regex tester online free, I came across a tool that lets you instantly test expressions against sample text without installing anything. It’s surprisingly convenient for checking email validation, URL matching, password rules, and similar tasks during development.
I’m curious what other developers here use for regex testing and debugging. Do you prefer browser-based tools or built-in IDE testing features?