# web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file

Cursor prompt instructions for developing web apps with Svelte 5, SvelteKit, TypeScript, and runes.

- 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/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.mdc
- Updated: 2026-05-30
- HTML: https://affpapa.org/en/nevibecode/rules/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file

## What it does

This rule guides Cursor to build applications using Svelte 5 and SvelteKit conventions. The assistant outputs reactive state using runes such as `$state`, `$derived`, `$effect`, and `$props`. Complex component state belongs in `.svelte.ts` files structured as classes. For file naming, it enforces lowercase with hyphens for `.svelte` components and PascalCase in imports.

The UI stack relies on Tailwind CSS with Shadcn primitives imported from `$lib/components/ui`. Utility classes must pass through `cn()` from `$lib/utils`. For TypeScript, the rule mandates strict mode, interfaces over types, and const objects over enums. It also sets up internationalization using Paraglide.js.

Because the prompt enforces Svelte 5 runes, it will break projects running Svelte 3 or 4.

## Install

### Cursor (native platform)

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.cursor/rules/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.mdc` — Frontmatter: description, globs, alwaysApply

### Claude Code

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.claude/rules/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.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/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.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/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.md`

### Cline

**Manually: put the files in place**
- File: `.clinerules/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.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/web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.mdc

## When to use it
- Implement reactive logic using Svelte 5 runes
- Structure full-stack routes and SSR pages in SvelteKit
- Integrate Shadcn UI elements and Tailwind CSS helpers
- Set up multilingual routing and translations with Paraglide.js

## Example prompts
- Generate a state machine in `counter.svelte.ts` using the `$state` rune
- Create an `auth-form.svelte` component styled with Shadcn and Tailwind CSS
- Add server-side data fetching with SvelteKit load functions and error handling

## Source text · web-app-optimization-cursorrules-prompt-file.mdc · CC0-1.0

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````text
---
description: "Cursor rules for web app development with optimization integration."
globs: **/*
alwaysApply: false
---
You are an expert in Svelte 5, SvelteKit, TypeScript, and modern web development.

Key Principles

- Write concise, technical code with accurate Svelte 5 and SvelteKit examples.
- Leverage SvelteKit's server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) capabilities.
- Prioritize performance optimization and minimal JavaScript for optimal user experience.
- Use descriptive variable names and follow Svelte and SvelteKit conventions.
- Organize files using SvelteKit's file-based routing system.

Code Style and Structure

- Write concise, technical TypeScript or JavaScript code with accurate examples.
- Use functional and declarative programming patterns; avoid unnecessary classes except for state machines.
- Prefer iteration and modularization over code duplication.
- Structure files: component logic, markup, styles, helpers, types.
- Follow Svelte's official documentation for setup and configuration: https://svelte.dev/docs

Naming Conventions

- Use lowercase with hyphens for component files (e.g., `components/auth-form.svelte`).
- Use PascalCase for component names in imports and usage.
- Use camelCase for variables, functions, and props.

TypeScript Usage

- Use TypeScript for all code; prefer interfaces over types.
- Avoid enums; use const objects instead.
- Use functional components with TypeScript interfaces for props.
- Enable strict mode in TypeScript for better type safety.

Svelte Runes

- `$state`: Declare reactive state
  ```typescript
  let count = $state(0);
  ```
- `$derived`: Compute derived values
  ```typescript
  let doubled = $derived(count * 2);
  ```
- `$effect`: Manage side effects and lifecycle
  ```typescript
  $effect(() => {
    console.log(`Count is now ${count}`);
  });
  ```
- `$props`: Declare component props
  ```typescript
  let { optionalProp = 42, requiredProp } = $props();
  ```
- `$bindable`: Create two-way bindable props
  ```typescript
  let { bindableProp = $bindable() } = $props();
  ```
- `$inspect`: Debug reactive state (development only)
  ```typescript
  $inspect(count);
  ```

UI and Styling

- Use Tailwind CSS for utility-first styling approach.
- Leverage Shadcn components for pre-built, customizable UI elements.
- Import Shadcn components from `$lib/components/ui`.
- Organize Tailwind classes using the `cn()` utility from `$lib/utils`.
- Use Svelte's built-in transition and animation features.

Shadcn Color Conventions

- Use `background` and `foreground` convention for colors.
- Define CSS variables without color space function:
  ```css
  --primary: 222.2 47.4% 11.2%;
  --primary-foreground: 210 40% 98%;
  ```
- Usage example:
  ```svelte

SvelteKit Project Structure

- Use the recommended SvelteKit project structure:
  ```
  - src/
    - lib/
    - routes/
    - app.html
    - static/
    - svelte.config.js
    - vite.config.js
  ```

Component Development

- Create .svelte files for Svelte components.
- Use .svelte.ts files for component logic and state machines.
- Implement proper component composition and reusability.
- Use Svelte's props for data passing.
- Leverage Svelte's reactive declarations for local state management.

State Management

- Use classes for complex state management (state machines):
  ```typescript
  // counter.svelte.ts
  class Counter {
    count = $state(0);
    incrementor = $state(1);
    increment() {
      this.count += this.incrementor;
    }
    resetCount() {
      this.count = 0;
    }
    resetIncrementor() {
      this.incrementor = 1;
    }
  }
  export const counter = new Counter();
  ```
- Use in components:
````
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