Question 1

How do I add custom rules to checkmake?

Accepted Answer

Create a checkmake.ini file with your rule definitions; the tool reads this configuration to enforce standards beyond defaults, allowing tailored checks for specific project needs.

Question 2

checkmake or shellcheck for Makefile linting?

Accepted Answer

checkmake is specialized for Makefile structure and best practices, while shellcheck focuses on shell script syntax within Makefiles. Use checkmake for Makefile-specific issues and shellcheck for embedded shell code.

Question 3

Can I run checkmake without installing Go?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use pre-built binaries from package managers or the official Docker image on quay.io, which avoids Go dependencies, as detailed in the installation and container usage sections.

Question 4

How to integrate checkmake with GitHub Actions?

Accepted Answer

Use the pre-commit action or run it directly in a workflow step with the container image; the README provides examples for embedding it in CI/CD pipelines with JSON output.

Question 5

What are the most common issues checkmake catches?

Accepted Answer

It flags problems like missing .PHONY declarations, insufficient phony targets, and rule violations, with examples in the output showing minphony and phonydeclared rules.

Question 6

Is checkmake actively maintained?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the GitHub repo shows recent activity with CI badges and releases, and it's integrated into tools like MegaLinter, indicating ongoing development and community support.

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