Description:
Check Java source against a coding standard
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 12.3.0@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
java
code-quality
linter
static-analysis
development
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Install:
brew install checkstyle
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About:
Checkstyle is a development tool that enforces coding standards and conventions for Java source code. It automates the process of checking code against a configurable set of rules, helping teams maintain consistent code quality. The tool integrates into the build process to provide immediate feedback on style violations.
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Key Features:
- Highly configurable rule sets for custom coding standards
- Extensive built-in checks for common style and formatting issues
- Integration with IDEs and build tools like Maven and Gradle
- Supports custom checks and extensions
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Use Cases:
- Enforcing team-wide Java coding standards in CI/CD pipelines
- Automated code review to catch style issues before merging
- Educating new developers on project-specific conventions
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Alternatives:
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SonarLint
– Provides real-time feedback but is more focused on overall code quality and security, not just style
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PMD
– Similar static analysis tool, but focuses more on finding potential bugs and performance issues
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License: LGPL-2.1-or-later
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Dependencies: openjdk
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Bottles available for: all
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