AI Prompts for Ensuring Code Style Compliance

20 of the best prompts for ensuring code style compliance, step by step across 4 stages. Works with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

AI Prompts for Ensuring Code Style Compliance

20 of the best prompts for ensuring code style compliance, step by step across 4 stages. Works with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Published June 28, 2026

Generated code ignores ESLint, Prettier, or project-specific style conventions, leading to inconsistent code quality. This inconsistency can cause integration issues and make the codebase harder to maintain. These prompts help developers enforce style rules, ensuring uniformity and reducing technical debt. Built across 4 distinct stages covering Diagnose the Wall, Isolate and Fix, Verify the Resolution and more, this guide gives you one expert prompt per step so you never have to write from scratch or guess what the AI needs. The prompts work in ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini and are designed to get usable output on the first try.

Diagnose the Wall

Identify why the generated code is not adhering to style conventions.

Check CLAUDE.md Compliance

Read the following CLAUDE.md file: [PASTE CONTENT]. Summarize each rule outlined in the document to demonstrate your understanding. Then, analyze the last task and identify which specific rule should have been applied, providing a brief explanation of why that rule is relevant to the task. Format your response clearly, listing the rules and your analysis in separate sections.

Diagnose the Wall

Identify Ignored ESLint Rules

Analyze the following code snippet for ESLint compliance: [PASTE CODE]. Identify any ESLint rules that should have been applied but were ignored in this code. Provide a detailed list of these rules, including a brief explanation of each rule and its significance for maintaining code quality. Additionally, suggest specific corrections or improvements that could be made to adhere to these rules, and format your response in a clear and organized manner.

Diagnose the Wall

Review Prettier Config

Review the following Prettier configuration settings from my .prettierrc file: [PASTE CONTENT]. Analyze how these settings affect the generated code and identify any discrepancies or areas where the code does not conform to the specified formatting rules. Summarize your findings with specific examples of inconsistencies and provide recommendations for adjustments to ensure compliance with the configuration.

Diagnose the Wall

Analyze Style Convention Mismatches

Examine the following code: [PASTE CODE]. Identify any style convention mismatches according to the project's coding guidelines. Provide a detailed analysis that includes specific examples of the mismatches, explain why each deviation is a problem, and suggest how to correct each issue. Finally, summarize the overall impact of these mismatches on code readability and maintainability, highlighting any potential risks they pose to future development.

Diagnose the Wall

Evaluate Cascade Mode Impact

Evaluate the impact of changes made to the following files in Cascade mode: [LIST FILES]. Analyze each file for any alterations that may have violated established style rules. Provide a detailed report that includes specific examples of the violations found, recommendations for corrections, and an overall assessment of how these changes affect the codebase's adherence to style guidelines. Ensure the findings are formatted in a clear and organized manner, highlighting key issues and suggested improvements for better compliance with the style guidelines.

Diagnose the Wall

Isolate and Fix

Apply specific fixes to ensure code adheres to style conventions.

Apply ESLint Rules

Re-evaluate the following code while enforcing the specified ESLint rules: [LIST_RULES]. Identify any violations present in the code and provide a detailed report outlining the issues found. For each violation, include the original code snippet, describe the identified issue, and suggest specific corrections and improvements to ensure compliance with the ESLint rules. Format your output as a clear list for easy reference.

Isolate and Fix

Enforce Prettier Formatting

Reformat the following code according to the Prettier configuration provided: [PASTE CONFIG]. Identify and correct all formatting issues, including indentation, line breaks, and spacing. Ensure the output is clean, consistent, and adheres strictly to the specified configuration. Provide the reformatted code as a complete block, clearly indicating any changes made.

Isolate and Fix

Correct Style Convention Errors

Review the following code for style convention errors: [PASTE CODE]. Adjust it to align with the project's style conventions as outlined in these guidelines: [PASTE GUIDELINES]. Ensure that all discrepancies are addressed, and provide a summary of the changes made, highlighting any significant adjustments that improve adherence to the style conventions.

Isolate and Fix

Fix Cascade Mode Alterations

Review the following files for any style violations that may have been introduced by Cascade mode: [LIST_FILES]. Identify specific issues related to code formatting, naming conventions, and best practices. Provide a detailed report of the corrections needed, including examples of the violations and the recommended fixes. Ensure that your final output adheres to the established coding standards for the project and includes actionable steps for each identified issue.

Isolate and Fix

Implement Custom Rules

Review the provided custom rules file: [PASTE CONTENT] and ensure that the code adheres to all specified conventions. Identify any areas where the code does not comply with these rules, suggest specific changes to correct them, and provide a detailed explanation for each suggested change. Include the rationale behind the custom rules and explain how the proposed modifications will enhance code quality and maintainability.

Isolate and Fix

Verify the Resolution

Confirm that the code now adheres to all style conventions.

Run ESLint Check

Perform an ESLint check on the codebase. Provide a detailed summary of any remaining issues, including the types of issues found, their specific locations in the code, and suggestions for resolving each one. If the codebase is compliant, confirm this with a brief statement. Additionally, outline best practices that could enhance overall code quality in the future.

Verify the Resolution

Perform Prettier Validation

Validate the following code for compliance with Prettier formatting standards: [CODE SNIPPET]. Check all sections for adherence to style guidelines, including indentation, spacing, and line length. Summarize any formatting issues identified and provide specific suggestions for corrections. If the code is correctly formatted, confirm that it meets all Prettier requirements.

Verify the Resolution

Cross-Check Style Guidelines

Review the provided code and cross-check it against the project's style guidelines. Identify specific areas where the code does not conform to the specified conventions, and provide detailed feedback on each discrepancy. Additionally, summarize the overall adherence to the style guidelines and suggest improvements that could enhance code quality. Ensure your response is formatted clearly and structured, highlighting the specific sections of the code that require attention.

Verify the Resolution

Audit Cascade Mode Changes

Conduct an audit of the changes made in Cascade mode to ensure compliance with established style rules. Review all relevant files and identify any discrepancies, specifying which files do not meet the standards. Provide a summary of these discrepancies along with suggestions for corrections. Additionally, outline the key style rules that should be followed for future changes to maintain consistency across the project.

Verify the Resolution

Validate Custom Rule Application

Validate the application of custom rules in the provided code: [CODE SNIPPET]. Review the code against the conventions outlined in the custom rules file: [CUSTOM RULES FILE]. Identify any discrepancies or areas where the conventions are not being followed, and provide a detailed report that includes specific examples of violations, suggestions for corrections, and an overall assessment of compliance with the custom rules. Format the report in a clear and organized manner, highlighting key findings and recommendations.

Verify the Resolution

Prevent Recurrence

Create artifacts to ensure future code adheres to style conventions.

Generate CLAUDE.md Rule

Create a new rule for a CLAUDE.md file that enforces style compliance based on recent issues encountered in the project. Specify the style guidelines that need to be followed, including relevant examples of correct and incorrect usage. Provide the exact text to be added to the CLAUDE.md file, ensuring it is formatted for easy integration. Additionally, explain the rationale behind the rule and how it addresses the identified issues to prevent recurrence.

Prevent Recurrence

Create ESLint Rule Set

Draft a comprehensive set of ESLint rules for future code in the [PROJECT NAME]. The rules should address code style, best practices, and potential errors. Include specific configuration details such as rule names, severity levels (error or warning), and any additional options or settings. For each rule, provide a clear rationale explaining its importance for maintaining code quality. Format the output as a JSON configuration file suitable for implementation.

Prevent Recurrence

Develop Prettier Config Template

Create a Prettier configuration template that ensures consistent code formatting across a project. Include key settings such as PRINT WIDTH, TAB WIDTH, USE OF SEMICOLONS, SINGLE VS. DOUBLE QUOTES, TRAILING COMMAS, and any other relevant options. Format the output as a JSON object and provide brief explanations for each setting to clarify their purpose and impact on code style.

Prevent Recurrence

Establish Style Guide Comment

Create a code comment template that outlines the key style conventions for a project. Include sections for NAMING CONVENTIONS, CODE FORMATTING RULES, and BEST PRACTICES for writing clear and maintainable code. Structure the template with headings for each section and provide examples where applicable. This comment should be placed at the top of each code file to remind developers of the style guide and promote consistency throughout the codebase.

Prevent Recurrence

Formulate Session-Opener Checklist

Create a comprehensive session-opener checklist for coding sessions to ensure style compliance. Include specific items such as verifying code formatting standards, confirming adherence to naming conventions, ensuring documentation standards are met, and checking for code readability and consistency across the project. Format the checklist clearly, with each item listed as a separate point for easy reference during the session.

Prevent Recurrence

Frequently asked questions

Why is Windsurf ignoring my ESLint rules?+

Windsurf may not be aware of your ESLint configuration if it's not properly linked in your project. Ensure the ESLint rules are correctly defined in your CLAUDE.md or as a custom rules file.

How can I make Windsurf follow my Prettier settings?+

Ensure your .prettierrc file is accessible and correctly configured. You can also specify these settings in your CLAUDE.md to guide Windsurf's formatting decisions.

What should I do if Cascade mode breaks my code style?+

Review the changes made in Cascade mode and adjust your CLAUDE.md to include stricter style rules. This will guide Windsurf in making compliant edits.

Can I customize Windsurf to apply my project-specific style?+

Yes, you can use a custom rules file or update your CLAUDE.md to include specific style conventions that Windsurf should follow.

How do I ensure consistent code style across my team using Windsurf?+

Share a standardized CLAUDE.md and custom rules file with your team. This ensures everyone uses the same style guidelines when coding with Windsurf.