Code Modernizer

The prompt

Refactor the following code to modern es6 programming standards:

[INSERT YOUR CODE HERE]

What it is

Code Modernizer is a straightforward prompt for upgrading legacy JavaScript (or similar language) code to ES6 and later standards. When you paste in older code that uses var, function keywords, string concatenation, and callback patterns, the AI rewrites it using const/let, arrow functions, template literals, destructuring, spread operators, async/await, and other modern features. This prompt is most useful for developers who inherit or maintain older codebases and want to bring them in line with current best practices without spending hours on manual refactoring. It is also a learning tool: by comparing the before and after, developers who are less familiar with ES6 can see exactly how each pattern translates. The prompt is intentionally minimal -- it gives the AI freedom to apply whichever modern standards are appropriate. If you want more control, you can extend it by specifying which features to use or avoid, or by adding constraints about browser compatibility.

Who it's for

• Developers
• JavaScript developers maintaining legacy codebases

Requirements

Examples

Refactor the following code to modern es6 programming standards:

[INSERT YOUR CODE HERE]

Pros & cons

Tips

• Paste complete functions or modules rather than isolated lines for better context
• Specify your target environment (Node.js version, browser support) if backward compatibility matters
• Ask the AI to explain each modernization change it makes so you learn the ES6 patterns