Build Tools: Linters & Formatters

4 hours of instruction

A course that introduces learners to build tools for JavaScript, specifically linters and formatters. Learn how to use linters and formatters when building a React app.

OBJECTIVES

1. Learners will understand the final layer of build tools, linters and formatters
2. Understand when and how to add linters and formatters to your react app
3. Learn about ESLint and Prettier as two popular libraries to use for linters and formatters

PREREQUISITES

Build Tools: Module Bundlers

SYLLABUS & TOPICS COVERED

1. Adding Linters And Formatters To Your App
   • What are linters and formatters and when to use them
   • Introduction to and installing ESLint and Prettier
   • Configure ESLint and Prettier
2. Using ES Lint And Prettier
   • Run linter and formatters and walk through various scenarios
   • Format a project
   • Best practices and automating the process with husky

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

Browser, Terminal, VS Code