Writing Clean JavaScript Code

Published: December 17, 2015

by John Resig

Clean JavaScript Code

Clean code is more than just readable code. It’s code that is easy to understand, maintain, and extend. JavaScript code, in particular, can become quickly complex due to its flexible nature.

This post discusses key principles for writing clean JavaScript code, including:

  • Keeping functions short and focused
  • Using descriptive names
  • Avoiding global scope pollution
  • Writing tests

When you write clean code, you'll spend less time debugging and maintaining your code, and you’ll be able to collaborate more effectively with other developers.

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