CookMate AI Configuration

Before diving into the best practices, please note that you may need to adapt the globs depending on your project's specific file structure and requirements.

---
name: react-native-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for React Native mobile development
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Use `useMemo` and `useCallback` to optimize performance
- Implement proper state management with Context API or Redux
- Utilize `FlatList` for efficient rendering of lists
- Ensure platform-specific code is handled with `Platform.select`
- Use `Dimensions` API for responsive layouts

---
name: typescript-best-practices.mdc
description: TypeScript coding standards and type safety guidelines
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx}
---

- Enable `strict` mode in `tsconfig.json`
- Use type aliases for complex types
- Leverage union types for better type checking
- Implement generics for reusable components
- Use `readonly` for immutable properties

---
name: expo-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using Expo in React Native projects
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Use Expo's managed workflow for easier app deployment
- Leverage Expo's built-in modules for common functionalities
- Implement Expo's push notification service for better user engagement
- Use Expo's asset management for efficient resource handling
- Regularly update Expo SDK for the latest features and security

---
name: supabase-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using Supabase as a backend and database
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Use Supabase's real-time capabilities for live updates
- Implement proper error handling for database operations
- Utilize Supabase's authentication for secure user management
- Optimize queries with Supabase's filtering and sorting options
- Use Supabase's storage for efficient file management

---
name: react-native-paper-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using React Native Paper for UI components
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Use React Native Paper's theming system for consistent styling
- Implement custom themes to match your app's design
- Utilize Paper's built-in components for faster development
- Ensure accessibility by using Paper's accessibility props
- Optimize performance by using `memo` on Paper components

---
name: google-gemini-api-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using Google Gemini API for AI processing
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Implement proper error handling for API requests
- Use caching to reduce API calls and improve performance
- Monitor and handle API rate limits effectively
- Implement fallback mechanisms for when the API is unavailable
- Ensure user data privacy when using the API

---
name: deepseek-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using DeepSeek for AI processing
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Optimize API calls by batching requests where possible
- Implement robust error handling and retries
- Use DeepSeek's capabilities for complex AI tasks
- Ensure compliance with DeepSeek's usage policies
- Monitor API usage to stay within rate limits

---
name: react-native-animations-best-practices.mdc
description: Best practices for using React Native Animations
globs: **/*.{ts,tsx,js,jsx}
---

- Use `Animated` API for smooth animations
- Implement `useNativeDriver` for better performance
- Optimize animations by using `interpolate` for value mapping
- Use `LayoutAnimation` for smooth list updates
- Ensure animations are accessible and don't cause motion sickness