Tashneema Waquar

If you're familiar with Mozilla, you should install this first after purchasing a new PC or laptop. It delivers a fast, privacy-focused browsing experience with Firefox leading the way. It’s open-source, secure, and packed with useful extensions. However, it can use more memory and lag slightly behind Chrome in performance and compatibility. Overall, a great choice for users who value privacy and transparency online.

The most trusted and bug-free website builder that is out there. Easy to learn, hard to master, and always updating itself with new bugs for you to test out. And you can further garnish the bugs with plug-ins. You can test out which plugin suits you the best and remove it easily if it doesn't.

An app which makes the keyboard useless. No need for manual typing just convey what you want to write and it works effortlessly. It will take a few tries to personalize it.

Slack remains one of the leading team communication tools, and for good reason. Its clean interface, speed, and extensive integration capabilities make it a fantastic option for organizations looking to enhance their collaboration. I’ve found it particularly effective for real-time messaging and file sharing, and the ability to connect seamlessly with third-party apps like Google Drive, Notion, and Zoom is a major plus. It was beneficial when we were developing Taskosaur, as the search function and workflow automation features significantly streamlined collaboration across our departments. However, there are some drawbacks to consider. For larger teams, Slack can quickly become noisy and overwhelming if channels aren’t organized effectively. This can lead to important messages getting lost in the shuffle, which happened with us. Furthermore, I think the pricing is a bit steep for startups, which might limit its accessibility for smaller companies. Lastly, Slack's heavy reliance on internet connectivity can be a downside in low-bandwidth situations, making it less than ideal in those circumstances. Overall, while Slack is a powerful communication tool, it does have its limitations that teams should be mindful of.

Ahrefs is also a good SEO tool, particularly known for its strengths in backlink analysis and competitive research. Its site audit and keyword explorer features are both reliable and user-friendly. However, similar to SEMrush, it is expensive, and some of the advanced features may be hard for beginners. Overall, it’s a good tool for marketers who focus on link-building and developing an effective SEO strategy.

I’ve been using Notion since my college days, and it’s still my go-to tool in my office life. Notion has revolutionized my daily financial management and project planning. I love how flexible it is; you can design custom templates, dashboards, or even entire workflows that fit exactly how you work. It’s more than just a productivity tool. My friend and I have even built two tools using Notion. It’s super helpful for keeping all our research in one well-organized place and managing all my raw data.

Coming from a non-developer background, Replit has made it a breeze for me to get into coding. The platform’s interface is simple, and I can build and test ideas without worrying too much about setup. Occasionally I face a few connection issues, especially with databases, but thanks to its low-code features and collaborative environment, I’ve been able to resolve them easily. It’s a wonderful platform for learning, experimenting, and growing as a beginner in tech!

Coming from a non-developer background, Lovable has really helped me bridge the gap between design and coding. It automatically generates clean UI components that follow solid UX principles, saving me a lot of time when building front-end layouts. I can easily tweak the code and customize the design to fit my projects. It’s like having a smart design assistant that codes with you. Definitely makes frontend development smoother and faster!

My go-to app for sharing photos and videos, where I also occasionally find helpful advice on topics like health, self-improvement, and life hacks. Probably a better alternative to TikTok for me. It’s especially known for its Reels and smart content algorithm.

A professional network for individuals looking for jobs or companies trying to hire. You can gain knowledge from others and share your own insights. It’s a great space to showcase career achievements.

An essential and sometimes reliable navigation tool has its ups and downs in accuracy. It provides real-time traffic updates, route suggestions, and details about local businesses, complete with reviews. The Street View and offline map features enhance its convenience. However, it occasionally suggests inaccurate routes in rural areas, and it can consume a lot of battery. Overall, it is the most comprehensive and user-friendly mapping app available today.

Arattai is a clean, modern all-in-one messaging app that offers secure end-to-end encryption and smooth integration with Zoho apps like Mail, WorkDrive, and Projects. It’s excellent for both personal and professional use, keeping collaboration seamless across devices. Love how it brings everything together with such a simple, intuitive interface.

Have a creative side? Then this app can help you create stunning visuals. The only thing that might hold you back is the premium subscription, which includes all the major templates and designs.

An unhinged platform where you can post pretty much anything without many repercussions. The only downside? Character limits.

This app has no real relevance at all, but it’s still so much fun to use. You basically send snaps to people, and for continuous snaps, you get a streak. If you keep snapping every day, your streak grows—but it has to be mutual to keep going. Those streaks have zero value in the real world, but in Snapchat, they mean everything. Yes, creative filters. I personally love the moments feature.

This software truly embraced music. It was great when subscriptions weren’t the main focus—you could just enjoy the music without ads. Now it feels more like an ad machine that scolds you for not having a premium subscription than a music app.

It’s basically the place where the internet talks about everything—a space to speak your mind anonymously. But the biggest downside is the mod system. The logic behind some of their decisions is honestly hard to understand. Plus, you’ve got to earn karma points before you can post in certain threads.

This platform can easily handle any kind of communication, be it voice, video, or text. One great thing is the noise reduction that comes standard. When it comes to legacy, Discord is genuinely unrivaled. It's a player favorite because of how well it integrates with the game.

Great for students and anyone who frequently attends Zoom sessions or video lectures. It makes sharing notes with teammates and friends easy—and it’s editable too. Fireflies are okay as well.

A brilliant browser—finally, just what we need. It’s like going to a salon and wishing they wouldn’t try to sell me products; Brave does the same by keeping things clean. I use it on both of my laptops and my phone, and I highly recommend it. To be honest, I mainly use it for one of its best features: the ad blocker. The only downside is that sometimes YouTube stops playing after a while, but overall, it’s been great.