Linters
kube-lint
A linter for Kubernetes YAML that checks manifests against common configuration and security practices.
Problem it solves
Why it exists.
It catches invalid or risky Kubernetes configuration before deployment.
Optimized for
Where it shines.
Kubernetes repositories with declarative manifests and pull-request checks.
Use with care
Where not to use it.
Do not use linting as a substitute for cluster policy or runtime validation.
Components
What it is made of.
- Manifest parser
- Rules
- Resource checks
- CI integration
Process
How it works.
- Manifests are loaded
- Rules inspect resource fields
- Findings are grouped by severity
- The change is reviewed before deployment