A simple checklist that I keep for sanity check if / when I need to move development environments and want to make sure I'm ready to go.

1. Operating System: Either PopOS or chosen based on project requirements (Windows, macOS).
2. Code Editors and IDEs: VSCodium
3. Version Control: Git + External GitLab / GitHub / GitTea instance.
4. Package Managers: Depending on language (eg: npm, pip, etc).
5. Terminal and Shell: Zsh with Oh My Zsh
6. Database Tools: phpMyAdmin, DBeaver
7. API Development Tools: insomnia, bruno
8. Virtualization Software: Docker, Kubernetes, Vagrant, Terraform

1. Programming Languages: Install necessary compilers/interpreters.
2. Frameworks and Libraries: Based on project requirements.
3. Linter and Formatter: No preference
4. Build Tools: Make, Gradle, or Webpack.
5. Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Tools: Jenkins, GitHub Actions.
6. Testing Frameworks: Unit and integration testing tools relevant to the stack.

1. Dotfiles Repository: Configurations and settings.
2. Automate Repetitive Tasks: Scripts or automation tools.
3. SSH Keys: Secure access to remote (development and / or production) servers.