Lambros Hatzinikolaou • 5/19/2025

Should We Use Semicolons in JavaScript or not?

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This article examines whether developers should use semicolons in JavaScript, explaining the Automatic Semicolon Insertion (ASI) mechanism. It details common pitfalls when omitting semicolons, such as issues with lines starting with parentheses or brackets, and also discusses how ASI can cause problems even when semicolons are explicitly used. The analysis provides practical guidance for writing more reliable JavaScript code.

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