golangci-lint
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Description:
Fast linters runner for Go
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.7.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 3, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: go linter static-analysis developer-tools code-quality
Install: brew install golangci-lint
About:
golangci-lint is a fast, concurrent linters runner for Go. It aggregates dozens of standard and third-party linters like govet, staticcheck, and gocritic into a single, fast tool. Its main value is providing comprehensive code quality checks with minimal configuration and fast execution.
Key Features:
  • Fast execution via concurrent analysis
  • Aggregates 50+ Go linters
  • Rich output with auto-fix support
  • Highly configurable via .golangci.yml
Use Cases:
  • Enforce consistent Go code style and best practices
  • Integrate static analysis into CI/CD pipelines
Alternatives:
  • staticcheck – A powerful standalone linter; golangci-lint bundles it plus many others
  • gofmt/go vet – Standard Go tooling; golangci-lint provides deeper checks and more linters
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