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Notesfrom the workbench

Field guides for data you cannot mishandle.

Practical workflows for inspecting, repairing and preparing data, media and interface systems with explicit browser boundaries.

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Authentication debugging6 min read

How to Inspect a JWT Locally Without Uploading It

Read JWT header and payload claims locally, check exp, iss and aud, and learn why decoding is not the same as signature verification.

Uses JWT DecoderRead guide →
02
JSON troubleshooting7 min read

How to Repair Broken JSON from AI Output and Logs

Repair common JSON syntax problems locally, review every change, and validate the result before using it in code or automation.

Uses JSON RepairRead guide →
03
Secure debugging7 min read

How to Remove Secrets from Logs Before Sharing

Scan logs and configuration snippets for credentials, create a redacted copy, and respond correctly when a real secret is found.

Uses Secret ScannerRead guide →
04
Image performance7 min read

How to Compress Images Locally in Your Browser

Resize screenshots and photos, choose WebP, JPEG or PNG, and compare the result without uploading the source image.

Uses Image OptimizerRead guide →
05
Image privacy6 min read

How to Remove EXIF and GPS Metadata Before Sharing

Inspect and remove GPS, EXIF, XMP and publishing metadata locally, verify the cleaned image, then recheck the exact public copy after upload.

Uses EXIF Inspector & CleanerRead guide →
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Color handoff6 min read

How to Pick Exact Colors from an Image Without Uploading It

Sample exact pixels from screenshots and logos, separate them from dominant palettes, and export useful CSS color tokens locally.

Uses Image Color Picker & PaletteRead guide →
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Accessible UI color7 min read

How to Fix Color Contrast Across an Entire UI Palette

Measure WCAG contrast, find restrained color repairs, and audit every foreground and surface combination before design handoff.

Uses Color Contrast CheckerRead guide →