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Curious how Prettier formats code? Learn how code formatters work under the hood using parsers, ASTs, and code printers. Build your own mini code formatter step by step.
Have you ever wondered how tools like Prettier, Black, or gofmt automatically format messy code into something beautifully consistent?
The secret lies in something called an Abstract Syntax Tree (AST). In this blog post, we’ll dive deep into how code formatters work under the hood—and even show you how to build a basic one yourself.
Whether you're a curious developer or want to build your own formatter, this guide will give you everything you need to get started.