Indentation and Braces

Indentation with Tabs

• Rule: Code MUST be indented using tabs (as defined in Global Standards).

• Reason: Tabs allow each developer to configure their preferred visual width while maintaining consistent indentation characters across the codebase.

Example (Correct):

if (true) {
	console.log('Hello, world!');
}

Example (Incorrect):

if (true) {
  console.log('Hello, world!');  // spaces instead of tabs
}

Braces on the Same Line (1TBS)

• Rule: Opening braces MUST be placed on the same line as their corresponding statements, using the 1TBS (One True Brace Style).

• Reason: The 1TBS style improves code compactness and consistency, making it easier to read and follow. This is the standard convention in JavaScript.

Example (Correct):

if (condition) {
	doSomething();
} else {
	doSomethingElse();
}

function calculate() {
	return 42;
}

Example (Incorrect):

if (condition) 
{
	doSomething();
}
else 
{
	doSomethingElse();
}

Summary:

• Tabs MUST be used for indentation.
• Opening braces MUST be on the same line as the statement (1TBS style).