CSS Linting
CSS linting is the process of analyzing CSS code to identify and flag potential errors, enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices. It uses automated tools called linters to check for syntax issues, accessibility problems, performance inefficiencies, and style inconsistencies. This helps maintain clean, maintainable, and error-free stylesheets in web development projects.
Developers should use CSS linting to catch bugs early, enforce team coding conventions, and improve code quality in large or collaborative projects. It's particularly valuable for ensuring cross-browser compatibility, optimizing performance by identifying redundant rules, and maintaining accessibility standards in CSS-heavy applications like complex web apps or design systems.