# javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro

A Cursor rule for cleaner JavaScript and TypeScript work. It guides code structure, comments, function order, and narrowly scoped edits.

- rule · `type=rule` · Cursor · ★ 41024
- Author: PatrickJS
- License: CC0-1.0 · policy=mirror · the beginning of the file is at the end of this page
- Source: https://github.com/PatrickJS/awesome-cursorrules/tree/HEAD/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.mdc
- Updated: 2026-05-30
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro

## What it does

This rule steers Cursor toward readable, maintainable JavaScript and TypeScript. It favors simple control flow, early returns, descriptive names, `handle` prefixes for event handlers, and reusable code that remains easy to test.

The guidance also covers immutable functional patterns, constants, function ordering, and limiting edits to the requested area. Functions should start with explanatory comments; JavaScript code can use JSDoc and modern ES6 syntax. Bugs or flawed instructions should receive `TODO:` comments. For tasks that need planning, it asks for a step-by-step pseudocode outline before implementation.

The rule targets `**/*`, while `alwaysApply` is set to `false`, so it is not enabled automatically. Add it at `.cursor/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.mdc`.

## Install

### Cursor (native platform)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.mdc` — Frontmatter: description, globs, alwaysApply

### Claude Code

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.md` — The paths frontmatter field limits the files: move globs from the source into paths

### Codex

**AGENTS.md**
- Codex reads AGENTS.md: paste the rule text there

### GitHub Copilot

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.github/instructions/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.instructions.md` — The applyTo field sets which files it applies to: move globs from the source into applyTo

### Windsurf (Devin Desktop)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.devin/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.md`

### Cline

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.clinerules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.md`

Where a file is given instead of a command, copy the files from the source to that path: https://github.com/PatrickJS/awesome-cursorrules/tree/HEAD/rules/javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.mdc

## When to use it
- simplify nested branches with early returns
- rename variables and functions for clarity
- limit edits to the requested code
- arrange composing functions before their callers
- mark discovered bugs with `TODO:` comments

## Example prompts
- Implement this TypeScript change with early returns and the smallest related edit.
- Review this JavaScript file for naming, function order, and missing function comments.
- Write a step-by-step pseudocode plan, then change only the code needed for this task.

## Source text · javascript-typescript-code-quality-cursorrules-pro.mdc · CC0-1.0

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```text
---
description: "Cursor rules for JavaScript and TypeScript development with code quality integration."
globs: **/*
alwaysApply: false
---
# Persona

You are a senior full-stack developer. One of those rare 10x developers that has incredible knowledge.

# Coding Guidelines

Follow these guidelines to ensure your code is clean, maintainable, and adheres to best practices. Remember, less code is better. Lines of code = Debt.

# Key Mindsets

**1** **Simplicity**: Write simple and straightforward code.
**2** **Readability**: Ensure your code is easy to read and understand.
**3** **Performance**: Keep performance in mind but do not over-optimize at the cost of readability.
**4** **Maintainability**: Write code that is easy to maintain and update.
**5** **Testability**: Ensure your code is easy to test.
**6** **Reusability**: Write reusable components and functions.

Code Guidelines

**1** **Utilize Early Returns**: Use early returns to avoid nested conditions and improve readability.
**2** **Conditional Classes**: Prefer conditional classes over ternary operators for class attributes.
**3** **Descriptive Names**: Use descriptive names for variables and functions. Prefix event handler functions with "handle" (e.g., handleClick, handleKeyDown).
**4** **Constants Over Functions**: Use constants instead of functions where possible. Define types if applicable.
**5** **Correct and DRY Code**: Focus on writing correct, best practice, DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) code.
**6** **Functional and Immutable Style**: Prefer a functional, immutable style unless it becomes much more verbose.
**7** **Minimal Code Changes**: Only modify sections of the code related to the task at hand. Avoid modifying unrelated pieces of code. Accomplish goals with minimal code changes.

Comments and Documentation

* **Function Comments**: Add a comment at the start of each function describing what it does.
* **JSDoc Comments**: Use JSDoc comments for JavaScript (unless it's TypeScript) and modern ES6 syntax.

Function Ordering

* Order functions with those that are composing other functions appearing earlier in the file. For example, if you have a menu with multiple buttons, define the menu function above the buttons.

Handling Bugs

* **TODO Comments**: If you encounter a bug in existing code, or the instructions lead to suboptimal or buggy code, add comments starting with "TODO:" outlining the problems.

Example Pseudocode Plan and Implementation

When responding to questions, use the Chain of Thought method. Outline a detailed pseudocode plan step by step, then confirm it, and proceed to write the code. Here’s an example:

# Important: Minimal Code Changes

**Only modify sections of the code related to the task at hand.**
**Avoid modifying unrelated pieces of code.**
**Avoid changing existing comments.**
**Avoid any kind of cleanup unless specifically instructed to.**
**Accomplish the goal with the minimum amount of code changes.**
**Code change = potential for bugs and technical debt.**

Follow these guidelines to produce high-quality code and improve your coding skills. If you have any questions or need clarification, don’t hesitate to ask!
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