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description: A meta-rule for using Cursor to update *.mdc file in this repository. globs: *.mdc

Cursor Rules

This document outlines the meta-rules for cursor operations in this repository.

Line Ending & Formatting Rules

1. Line Endings

   • Don't modify existing line endings
   • Preserve CRLF/LF as found in the original file

2. Whitespace

   • Preserve trailing whitespace where it exists
   • Maintain existing indentation style (spaces vs tabs)
   • Keep line length consistent with existing code

File Handling

1. MDC Files

   • Always commit changes to *.mdc files directly
   • Ensure changes to *.mdc files are synchronized with their implementation
   • Maintain consistent formatting within MDC files
   • Prefer modifying existing files over creating new ones unless explicitly requested
   • When adding new content, first check if it fits within an existing rule file

2. File Creation

   • Only create new rule files when:
     • Explicitly requested by the user
     • The content doesn't logically fit in any existing rule file
     • Creating a new file would significantly improve organization and clarity
   • Document the rationale for creating new files in their README.md

Code Style & Structure

1. Formatting

   • Preserve existing code formatting patterns
   • Maintain consistent naming conventions
   • Keep indentation consistent with file style

2. Organization

   • Keep file structure consistent
   • Don't move files without updating all references
   • Maintain existing import/include order

Rule Content

1. Examples
   • Always include "do" and "don't" examples when showing specific changes to files or syntax
   • Include helpful comments that explain why an example is a "do" or a "don't"

Documentation

1. README.md
   • Each *.mdc file is lumped into a folder with a README.md file explaining what the rule does and when it's used.