format-and-lint-code

Format and lint Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, JSON, YAML, Markdown, and Shell code.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/beam-ai-team/beam-next-skills --skill format-and-lint-code
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Skill: format-and-lint-code
Source: https://github.com/beam-ai-team/beam-next-skills/tree/main/skills/general/format-and-lint-code
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/beam-ai-team/beam-next-skills --skill format-and-lint-code

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pyyaml, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Inconsistent code formatting and quality across multiple languages slow down collaboration and increase review churn; this skill automates multi-language formatting and linting to enforce a unified style before commits.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-language formatting and linting using language-appropriate tools
  • Detects languages by file extensions and applies configured formatters/linters
  • Integrates with pre-commit hooks and CI to enforce code quality
  • Provides configuration templates and reference guides

Quick Start

Run format and lint code to automatically fix style issues before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions about format-and-lint-code

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate code formatting and linting across multiple programming languages before committing?

Automating multi-language code formatting and linting before commits requires a tool that detects languages by file extensions and applies appropriate linters and formatters for Python, JavaScript, Go, Rust, and configuration files.

What external linting and formatting tools do I need installed for multi-language code quality automation?

To automate multi-language code quality, you need external tools installed such as Black, Prettier, ESLint, Flake8, Pylint, golangci-lint, rustfmt, shfmt, and yamllint to apply language-specific formatting and linting rules.

Can I integrate automated formatting and linting into my pre-commit hooks and CI pipeline?

Yes, you can integrate automated formatting and linting into pre-commit hooks and CI pipelines to enforce consistent code style and quality checks before changes are merged into the repository.

Does this multi-language formatting and linting skill support JSON, YAML, and Markdown files?

This multi-language formatting and linting skill supports JSON, YAML, and Markdown files, applying appropriate formatters and linters based on file extension detection alongside programming languages like Python and Go.

How do I configure linting rules for different programming languages in a single repository?

You can configure linting rules for different programming languages through a central configuration template and per-language settings, allowing you to enforce customized code style rules across diverse tech stacks in one repository.

Why should I use a multi-language linter instead of running separate formatting tools for each language?

Using a multi-language linter solves the problem of inconsistent code formatting across different languages, reducing collaboration friction and code review churn by enforcing a unified style through a single automated process.