gulp-htmlhint

gulp-htmlhint is a Gulp plugin that integrates HTMLHint, a static code analysis tool for HTML, into Gulp-based build workflows. It enables automated HTML validation during development and build processes, helping developers catch markup errors and enforce coding standards early.

Key Features

• HTML Validation — Leverages HTMLHint's rule engine to check HTML syntax, structure, and best practices.
• Custom Rule Support — Allows defining and applying custom validation rules beyond the default HTMLHint ruleset.
• Configurable Options — Supports configuration via options object or external .htmlhintrc JSON files for flexible rule management.
• Multiple Reporters — Includes built-in reporters for immediate error feedback and fail-on-error behavior, with support for third-party reporters.
• Build Integration — Designed to seamlessly pipe HTML files through validation as part of Gulp task chains.

Philosophy

The plugin follows a minimalist wrapper philosophy, providing a clean Gulp interface to HTMLHint's core functionality while maintaining full compatibility with its rule system and configuration patterns.