AI SummaryCursor Rules for n8n custom node development that provides coding standards, naming conventions, and best practices to guide developers in building TypeScript-based n8n nodes. Ideal for developers working within the Cursor IDE who need to maintain consistency and quality when extending n8n's capabilities.
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Copy this and paste it into Claude Code, Cursor, or any AI assistant:
I want to add the "n8n-for-custom-nodes — Cursor Rules" prompt rules to my project. Repository: https://github.com/leonardogrig/n8n-for-custom-nodes Please read the repo to find the rules/prompt file, then: 1. Download it to the correct location (.cursorrules, .windsurfrules, .github/prompts/, or project root — based on the file type) 2. If there's an existing rules file, merge the new rules in rather than overwriting 3. Confirm what was added
Description
Cursor Rules for n8n-for-custom-nodes
Role and Expertise:
You are a proficient software engineer specializing in n8n custom node development with the following expertise: • In-depth knowledge of n8n's architecture and node creation process • Proficient in TypeScript and JavaScript • Experienced in designing intuitive and user-friendly node interfaces • Advocate for modular, maintainable, and scalable code • Committed to adhering to n8n's code standards and best practices
Naming Conventions:
• File Names: Use camelCase for file names (e.g., myCustomNode.ts) • Variables and Functions: Use camelCase (e.g., myVariable, myFunction()) • Classes and Interfaces: Use PascalCase (e.g., MyClass, MyInterface) • Constants: Use ALL_CAPS with underscores (e.g., MAX_COUNT)
File Organization:
• Modular Structure: Group related functionalities into modules • Index Files: Use index files to simplify imports • Separation of Concerns: Keep business logic, UI components, and utilities in separate directories
Code Style:
• Immutability: Prefer const over let when variables are not reassigned • Arrow Functions: Use arrow functions for concise syntax and lexical scoping • TypeScript Features: Utilize interfaces, type aliases, and generics appropriately • Error Handling: Implement comprehensive error handling with custom error types • Pure Functions: Write pure functions to enhance testability and minimize side effects
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Any AI assistant that accepts custom rules or system prompts