check shell scripts

Question

is there any software, like lint for C, to check shell scripts ?

check

1. the syntax

2. the compatibility with bash ksh etc...

online web service or installable as program

I don't want to run and debug. I am looking for static analisys, as lint for C.

Answer 1

I like using ShellCheck. You can find it online at www.shellcheck.net or download for your disto from GitHub or the ShellCheck site.