Is it a good idea to impose uniform code format for all developers?

Is it a good idea to impose uniform code format for all developers?:

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Java developer Stijn Geukens is working with 10 developers, and nearly every dev has his own style. That's about to change, as the company may soon impose a standard code format upon all developers. They'll be using Eclipse to help facilitate the change. But is forcing consistency upon the team more trouble than it's worth? See the original question here.

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