Ray

Desktop debugging app for PHP, JavaScript and more

Ray, from Spatie, is a desktop app that receives debug output from your code so you can inspect variables, queries and events outside the browser.

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Pricing: Paid

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux

Categories: Developer Tools

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regex101	Free	–	–	Web
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Biome	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
GitKraken	Free plan	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux

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Questions

Is Ray free?

Ray is a paid product.

What platforms does Ray run on?

Ray is available for Mac, Windows, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Ray?

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