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### 4.1.3 Lines should not be longer than 80 characters (Recommended) ###
### 4.1.3 Lines should not be longer than 120 characters (Recommended) ###

We enforce an 80 characters limit per line of source code. This lets people set up their editors such that they can have multiple editors side-by-side. Although 80 characters are little by modern standards, it mixes well with existing code.
We enforce a 120 character limit per line of source code, which aligns with modern Linux community standards. While the traditional 80-character limit was designed for terminal displays and side-by-side editor layouts, modern IDEs and high-resolution displays make 120 characters a practical choice that maintains readability while allowing for more expressive code.

This limit:
- Provides sufficient space for meaningful variable names and expressions
- Works well with modern development tools and high-DPI displays
- Maintains compatibility with side-by-side editor layouts
- Follows the trend of many modern open-source projects
- Balances readability with practical development needs

### 4.1.4 Line endings (Required) ###

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