How do I ignore specific ShellCheck warnings?

The skill teaches you how to use 'shellcheck disable' directives to suppress specific warnings for a single line, a function, or an entire script.

How does this skill improve shell scripts?

It utilizes the ShellCheck static analysis engine to identify syntax errors, portability issues, and common bugs that are often missed during manual code reviews.

Can I use this for GitHub Actions?

Yes, the skill includes ready-to-use configuration patterns for GitHub Actions and GitLab CI to automate linting on every push or pull request.

What shell dialects are supported?

It provides guidance for Bash, sh, dash, ksh, and general POSIX-compliant shells, allowing you to target specific environments.

Is it possible to run ShellCheck in parallel?

Yes, it includes optimization patterns using xargs to run ShellCheck across multiple files simultaneously, significantly speeding up large project audits.

ShellCheck Script Quality

Name: ShellCheck Script Quality
Author: yusoofsh

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Security & Testing

Configures and optimizes ShellCheck static analysis to ensure high-quality, portable, and error-free shell scripts.

About

This skill provides expert guidance for implementing ShellCheck within shell scripting workflows to catch problematic patterns and enforce best practices. It covers everything from initial setup and project-level configuration via .shellcheckrc to advanced CI/CD integration and troubleshooting common error codes ranging from parser issues to POSIX compliance. It is an essential resource for developers looking to standardize script quality, migrate legacy code, or automate linting in modern DevOps pipelines.

Key Features

Automated pre-commit hook setup for local development
Advanced suppression techniques for handling false positives
Comprehensive .shellcheckrc and environment variable configuration
Deep-dive analysis of common SC-series error codes and fixes
CI/CD integration patterns for GitHub Actions and GitLab
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Use Cases

Standardizing code quality across complex shell-heavy repositories
Refactoring legacy Bash scripts for POSIX compliance and portability
Setting up automated shell script linting in CI/CD pipelines

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Key Features

Automated pre-commit hook setup for local development
Advanced suppression techniques for handling false positives
Comprehensive .shellcheckrc and environment variable configuration
Deep-dive analysis of common SC-series error codes and fixes
CI/CD integration patterns for GitHub Actions and GitLab
0 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Standardizing code quality across complex shell-heavy repositories
Refactoring legacy Bash scripts for POSIX compliance and portability
Setting up automated shell script linting in CI/CD pipelines