Automating Code Formating with Prettier 🧹

How much time have you (or your team) wasted discussing: “2 spaces or 4?” “Should we use semicolons?” “Why is this file formatted differently?” Let’s fix that once and for all. Here’s a simple setup using EditorConfig + Prettier that keeps your code clean automatically. Before we start, let’s clarify the difference between EditorConfig and Prettier. Quick Clarification: EditorConfig vs Prettier Although they work well together, they solve different problems. EditorConfig defines basic editor rules like indentation style, indentation size, and line endings. It standardizes how your editor behaves. Prettier formats your actual code handling semicolons, quotes, line breaks, object formatting, and more. In short: EditorConfig controls the editor. Prettier controls the code style. Using both ensures consistency across machines, editors, and the entire team. 1️⃣ Step One: Add EditorConfig First, install the EditorConfig extension in your IDE. Then create a .editorconfig file at the root of y