Best Developers Tools for Windows 11 2025

Best Developers Tools for Windows 11. Updated 2025:

  1. Node.js logo icon

    Node.js

  2. Java logo icon

    Java

  3. Git (Git Bash) logo icon

    Git (Git Bash)

  4. OpenSSL logo icon

    OpenSSL

1. Node.js

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JavaScript engine to discover server-side magic. Enhance web development with JavaScript. Read Node.js full review

4.8
5932 Downloads
By: OpenJS

👍Pros

  • Easy Setup
  • Full-Stack JavaScript
  • Fast & Scalable
  • Large Community

👎Cons

  • CPU Intensive Tasks
  • Potential vulnerabilities due to the single-threaded nature.

3. Java

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It lets you run java apps smoothly on your PC. Read Java full review

4.3
11271 Downloads
By: Oracle

👍Pros

  • Cross-platform: Works on any OS with JVM.
  • High performance: Optimized for speed.
  • Secure: Regular security updates.
  • Large ecosystem: Tons of libraries available.
  • Stable: Rarely crashes.

👎Cons

  • Memory hog: Uses lots of RAM.
  • Bulky updates: Frequent large downloads.

4. Git (Git Bash)

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Your command line translator for talking Git on the Microsoft side. Read Git (Git Bash) full review

4.7
9446 Downloads

👍Pros

  • Tracks changes: See history & revert mistakes easily.
  • Automate tasks, boost workflow.
  • Efficient for advanced tasks.

👎Cons

  • Steep learning curve.
  • Extra layer (Git Bash).

5. OpenSSL

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It secures your data with encryption, like a digital lock and key for your data. Read OpenSSL full review

4.6
7407 Downloads

👍Pros

  • Free
  • Strong encryption
  • Industry standard
  • Offline use

👎Cons

  • Hard to learn
  • No GUI

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