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1. Follow Consistent Naming Conventions

• Use descriptive and meaningful names for variables, functions, and classes.
• Prefer camelCase for variables and functions, and PascalCase for classes.
• Avoid single-character names unless they serve a clear purpose (e.g., i in loops).

2. Write Small, Focused Functions

• Functions should perform a single task (Single Responsibility Principle).
• Aim for functions to be small and easy to understand, ideally 20-30 lines or fewer.

3. Avoid Code Duplication

• Reuse code through functions, modules, or libraries.
• Apply the DRY principle (Don’t Repeat Yourself).

4. Comment Wisely

• Use comments to explain why the code does something, not what it does (the code should make that clear).
• Write meaningful documentation for complex logic or APIs.

5. Adopt Consistent Code Formatting

• Use a linter or formatter (e.g., ESLint for JavaScript, Prettier) to enforce coding standards.
• Maintain proper indentation and spacing.

6. Handle Errors Gracefully

• Implement proper error handling and logging.
• Avoid swallowing exceptions; provide meaningful messages to help debugging.

7. Write Unit Tests

• Cover critical code paths with automated tests.
• Aim for high code coverage but prioritize testing core functionalities.

8. Keep Code Modular

• Break your codebase into logical modules or components.
• Follow the Separation of Concerns principle to avoid tangled dependencies.