golangci-lint
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What both publish
| Fact | golangci-lint | PMD |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The project documents binary and package manager installation on Linux, macOS, and Windows, as well as Docker installation. | PMD requires Java 8 or above and is distributed as a ZIP archive containing PMD and CPD. |
| Purpose | Golangci-lint is a fast linter runner for Go that runs linters in parallel, uses caching, supports YAML configuration, and includes over a hundred linters. | PMD is an extensible cross-language static code analyzer that finds common programming flaws. |
| Support | The project is built by volunteers and accepts support through GitHub Sponsors, Open Collective, and Thanks.dev. | The project directs users to Stack Overflow for questions, GitHub issues for suspected bugs or requests, and Gitter for quick questions. |
golangci-lint plans
- Free and open-sourceFree
PMD plans
- PMDFree
Pick golangci-lint if…
It suits Go developers who want to run multiple linters locally or in CI and configure analysis through YAML. Teams should check the supported Go-version limits and installation guidance.
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.