write good is a linter for English prose for developers who can’t write well and want to learn to improve in other areas.
A linter is a computer program that, akin to a spell checker, scans through a file and detects issues — like how a real lint roller helps you get unwanted lint off of your shirt.
It can be used as a command-line tool or with its API.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Extensions – write your own language checks.
Website: github.com/btford/write-good
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Developer: Brian Ford
License: MIT License

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