JSHint
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PHP_CodeSniffer
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| Fact | JSHint | PHP_CodeSniffer |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | Official installation supports browser-like standalone files, Mozilla Rhino, npm global installation and npm development dependencies. | The project documents installation through PHAR downloads, Composer, Phive, or a Git clone. |
| License | JSHint is licensed under the MIT Expat license. | The repository identifies PHP_CodeSniffer as BSD-3-Clause licensed. |
| Purpose | JSHint is a community-driven static analysis tool that detects errors and potential problems in JavaScript code. | PHP_CodeSniffer tokenizes PHP files and detects violations of a defined coding standard. |
| Support | The project directs users to report bugs and suggestions through GitHub Issues. | The project directs users to its GitHub issue tracker for bug reports and feature requests and to its wiki for documentation. |
JSHint plans
- JSHintFree
PHP_CodeSniffer plans
- PHP_CodeSnifferFree
Pick JSHint if…
JSHint suits JavaScript developers who want automated checks for syntax issues and common language pitfalls. It can fit into workflows using Node.js, supported editors, or listed build integrations.
Pick PHP_CodeSniffer if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.