Question 1

How do I ignore files in Standard JS?

Accepted Answer

Add a `standard.ignore` property in your package.json with an array of file patterns, or rely on automatic ignoring for paths like node_modules/ and .gitignore entries.

Question 2

Standard JS vs Prettier: what's the difference?

Accepted Answer

Standard is a linter with style rules and automatic fixing, while Prettier is solely a code formatter. Standard enforces JavaScript best practices, whereas Prettier focuses on formatting without linting.

Question 3

How to use Standard with TypeScript?

Accepted Answer

Use the official variant `ts-standard` for full support, or configure Standard with a custom parser like @babel/eslint-parser and plugins, though this adds setup complexity.

Question 4

Can I disable a specific rule in Standard?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only via ESLint disable comments (e.g., // eslint-disable-line), as rule customization is not supported out of the box, requiring manual overrides.

Question 5

Does Standard work with React and JSX?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Standard supports JSX files by default and integrates with tools like eslint-config-standard-jsx, making it suitable for React projects without extra configuration.

Question 6

How to set up Standard in VS Code?

Accepted Answer

Install the vscode-standard plugin from the marketplace, which provides real-time linting and automatic formatting on save, as detailed in the editor integration section.

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