Communication
WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp Web is the browser version of WhatsApp.
- Lets you chat from your laptop instead of your phone
- Useful for quick communication without switching devices
Why Developers Use It
- Discuss ideas with teammates
- Ask quick questions without leaving the code
- Share links, screenshots, and notes fast
Mental model:
“WhatsApp on your computer.”
LocalSend
LocalSend is a tool for fast file sharing on the local network.
- Works without the internet
- Transfer files between your laptop, phone, or PC
- Very fast and secure
Why Developers Use It
- Quickly share project files or builds with a colleague in the same network
- Avoid cloud upload/download
- Safe for confidential work
Mental model:
“AirDrop for Linux/PC users.”
Slack
Slack is a team communication and collaboration tool.
- Organized into channels (topics, projects, or teams)
- Supports messages, files, video calls, and integrations
Why Developers Use It
- Keep communication organized
- Integrates with GitHub, Jira, CI/CD pipelines, and notifications
- Share updates, ask questions, and track project progress
Mental model:
“Professional chat app for work projects.”
Discord
Discord is a community and team communication platform.
- Supports text, voice, and video chat
- Popular for dev communities and open-source projects
- Channels can be public or private
Why Developers Use It
- Connect with other developers or communities
- Ask for help or discuss programming topics
- Real-time collaboration during hackathons or coding sessions
Mental model:
“Slack, but more community-oriented and casual.”
Summary
| Tool | Main Use | Developer Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| WhatsApp Web | Quick chat | Fast informal communication |
| LocalSend | Local file transfer | Share project files fast |
| Slack | Team collaboration | Organized work communication |
| Discord | Community & team chat | Real-time discussions, communities |