I am sorry, but everyone is getting syntax highlighting wrong
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- #code-readability
- #syntax-highlighting
- #color-themes
- Syntax highlighting is a tool to help read code faster and orient in large files.
- Highlighting everything makes nothing stand out; selective highlighting is necessary.
- Color themes should have a minimal number of colors to be functional and memorable.
- Highlight constants, top-level definitions, and comments; avoid highlighting language keywords and variables.
- Comments should be highlighted to draw attention, as they add important context.
- Dark themes generally look better due to the limited and muddy colors available in light themes.
- Using background colors can improve readability and color vibrancy in light themes.
- Avoid using bold and italics excessively as they can clutter the visual hierarchy.
- Scientifically uniform color themes may not be practical as they can make colors hard to distinguish.
- The article concludes with a step-by-step guide to designing a functional color theme and promotes the Alabaster theme.