Free Cursor Rules for Developers — 8 .cursorrules Configs from RohanKit

Cursor is one of the most popular AI code editors in 2026 — but without a .cursorrules file, it writes generic code that doesn't match your conventions. A well-written .cursorrules file tells Cursor exactly how to write code for your stack, your patterns, and your team.

RohanKit has 8 ready-to-use .cursorrules files. Copy the one that matches your stack, add it to your project root, and Cursor immediately starts writing better code.

What Is a .cursorrules File?

A .cursorrules file is a markdown or plain text file in your project root that Cursor reads automatically. It gives Cursor persistent context about:

• Your tech stack and framework version
• Naming conventions and code style
• Folder structure and file organisation
• Preferred libraries and patterns
• What to avoid

Without it, Cursor makes reasonable guesses. With it, Cursor writes code that fits your project from the first suggestion.

The 8 Cursor Rules in RohanKit

Flutter .cursorrules

Teaches Cursor Flutter and Dart conventions — widget patterns, state management (Riverpod/Bloc/Provider), null safety, GoRouter navigation, and project structure. Essential for Flutter developers using Cursor.

Next.js App Router .cursorrules

App Router patterns, server vs client component decisions, generateMetadata, Route Handlers, and TypeScript conventions for Next.js 13+ projects.

React Native .cursorrules

React Navigation patterns, platform-specific code, StyleSheet conventions, and performance patterns for React Native development.

TypeScript .cursorrules

Strict TypeScript conventions — type vs interface decisions, generic patterns, utility types, and avoiding any. Works across any TypeScript project.

Python .cursorrules

PEP 8 style, type hints, async patterns, dataclasses, and modern Python 3.10+ conventions.

React .cursorrules

Function components, hooks patterns, context usage, and performance optimisation for React web projects.

Node.js API .cursorrules

Express or Fastify patterns, middleware structure, error handling, validation, and API design conventions.

Tailwind CSS .cursorrules

Utility-first patterns, component extraction decisions, responsive design, and avoiding common Tailwind anti-patterns.

How to Install a Cursor Rules File

1. Visit rohansurve.in/rohankit and go to Cursor Rules
2. Choose the file that matches your stack
3. Copy the content
4. Create a .cursorrules file in your project root
5. Paste the content and save

Cursor reads it automatically in every file in that project.

Cursor Rules vs Claude Skills — Same Idea, Different Tool

If you use both Cursor and Claude Code:

• Cursor Rules (.cursorrules) — for Cursor AI editor suggestions and autocomplete
• Claude Skills (SKILL.md) — for Claude Code sessions

They are the same concept — persistent context for different tools. RohanKit has both, built in parallel, so your conventions are consistent across whichever AI coding tool you reach for.

The Claude Skills and Cursor Rules in RohanKit are designed to complement each other — install both in a project and your entire AI coding environment speaks the same language.

Related RohanKit Resources

• Claude Skills — Claude Code equivalent of Cursor Rules
• MCP Configs — connect Claude Code to external tools
• Claude Prompts — 14 ready-to-use developer prompts
• CLAUDE.md Generator — auto-generate project context for Claude
• What Is RohanKit — full overview of all 42 resources

All free at rohansurve.in/rohankit.

Better Cursor Suggestions From Day One

The RohanKit Cursor Rules take the work out of setting up Cursor for your specific stack. Copy the file, add it to your project, and Cursor starts writing code the way you actually want it written.