eslint-config-prettier is an ESLint configuration package that disables rules conflicting with Prettier's formatting.
The problem it solves is the friction between ESLint's stylistic rules and Prettier's opinionated code formatting. When both tools run on the same codebase, they can fight over formatting decisions, causing errors or requiring manual fixes. eslint-config-prettier takes a simple approach: it turns off all ESLint rules that are unnecessary or might conflict with Prettier, allowing Prettier to handle formatting while ESLint focuses on code quality. The tool only disables rules; it does not enable any, so it must be used alongside another ESLint configuration that provides the actual linting rules.
Developers should adopt this tool if they use both ESLint and Prettier in the same project and want to avoid rule conflicts. It suits any project already committed to Prettier for formatting. The configuration automatically handles rules from core ESLint as well as popular plugins including Babel, TypeScript, React, Vue, Unicorn, and others, so you only need to extend the single "prettier" config rather than multiple plugin-specific configs. The tool includes a CLI helper that scans your ESLint configuration and reports any rules that conflict with Prettier, helping you identify and remove problematic settings.
The project's maintainers respond to issues and pull requests within hours. Work in the issue tracker centers on questions from users, enhancement requests, and pull requests that are welcomed from the community.
