Pylint is a tool that checks for errors in Python code, tries to enforce a coding standard and looks for code smells. It can also look for certain type errors, it can recommend suggestions about how particular blocks can be refactored and can offer you details about the code's complexity.
Pylint is a source code, bug and quality checker for the Python programming language. It follows the style recommended by PEP 8, the Python style guide.
You can install Pylint using pip:
pip install pylint
You can use Pylint to check your Python code by running the following command:
pylint your-python-file.py
This will output a report, which will include a numerical rating for your code, along with any errors or warnings that were found.
Pylint can be configured using a configuration file. You can generate a sample configuration file by running the following command:
pylint --generate-rcfile > .pylintrc
You can then edit the configuration file to customize Pylint's behavior.
Pylint is a powerful tool for checking the quality of your Python code. By running Pylint on your code, you can catch errors and potential issues early, and ensure that your code is clean, readable and maintainable.