Guidelines

Code Structure & Organization

• Consistent Naming: Use PascalCase for classes, camelCase for variables.
• Keep Files Focused: Each file should serve a single purpose.
• Group Related Endpoints: Organize endpoints by resource type.

Readability & Documentation

• Descriptive Names: Use clear names for functions, classes, and variables.
• Comment Wisely: Explain why, not what.
• Document APIs: Use Swagger for endpoint documentation.

Error Handling

• Try-Catch for Exceptions: Handle exceptions in critical areas.
• Meaningful Error Messages: Informative yet secure.
• Avoid Sensitive Data in Errors: Don’t expose internal details.

Coding Practices

• DRY Principle: Reuse code to avoid redundancy.
• Use Dependency Injection: Keep code modular and testable.
• Avoid Magic Numbers: Use named constants or enums.

Data & Security

• Validate Input: Always validate user inputs.
• Use HTTPS: Encrypt data in transit.
• Implement Authentication/Authorization: Secure your endpoints.

Performance

• Asynchronous Calls: Use async/await for non-blocking tasks.
• Paginate Data: Avoid large payloads.
• Cache Repeated Calls: Cache frequently accessed data.

Testing & Debugging

• Write Tests: Unit tests for logic, integration tests for endpoints.
• Use Logging: Log key actions for easier debugging.

Version Control

• Descriptive Commits: Make commit messages meaningful.
• Use Feature Branches: Isolate new features and fixes.
• Code Reviews: Improve quality and team collaboration.