alexjs ☆

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Description:
Catch insensitive, inconsiderate writing

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 11.0.1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: linter writing productivity documentation inclusive

Install: brew install alexjs

About:
Alex is a configurable linter for text that highlights insensitive, inconsiderate, or non-inclusive language. It scans content against community-defined rules to suggest friendlier, more welcoming alternatives. This tool helps developers and writers improve communication standards in documentation, code comments, and content.

Key Features:

Detects insensitive language patterns with customizable rulesets
Supports multiple languages and allows for project-specific vocabulary
Integrates easily into build pipelines and CI/CD workflows
Provides clear, actionable suggestions for replacing flagged terms

Use Cases:

Enforcing inclusive language guidelines in open source project documentation
Automating content review for blogs, marketing copy, and README files

Alternatives:

write-good – Focuses on passive voice and weasel words rather than inclusivity.
vale – A more general-purpose prose linter that requires heavier configuration.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 13, 2025 11:22am		0	VERSION_BUMP	b90ebef3
Sep 29, 2024 9:52pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	dccd02c8