actionlint
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Visitactionlint vs PMD
What both publish
| Fact | actionlint | PMD |
|---|---|---|
| License | The project is distributed under the MIT license. | The project identifies its license as BSD-style. |
| Purpose | actionlint is a static checker for GitHub Actions workflow files. | PMD is an extensible cross-language static code analyzer that finds common programming flaws. |
actionlint plans
- actionlintFree
PMD plans
- PMDFree
Pick actionlint if…
actionlint suits developers who maintain GitHub Actions workflows and want checks for syntax, expressions, workflow interfaces, and security risks. It also fits teams seeking command-line, browser, editor, or CI integration options.
Pick PMD if…
PMD suits developers and teams who want static checks across supported languages, custom rules, and duplicate-code detection. It can fit command-line, build-tool, and CI workflows, provided the required Java version is available.