lintian-info

lintian-info [options] package-file ...

--help
    Display help message and exit.

--version
    Display version information and exit.

package-file
    The Debian package file(s) to analyze.

lintian-info provides detailed information about Debian packages, including warnings, errors, and informational messages generated by Lintian. It helps developers and maintainers identify and address issues in their packages before release. Lintian performs a wide range of checks, covering aspects such as file permissions, dependencies, standards compliance, and common packaging errors. The output is carefully structured, enabling automated tools and developers to quickly pinpoint problems.

It is invaluable during package development and testing, allowing for early detection of potential problems. This leads to increased package quality, fewer bugs, and improved compliance with Debian policy. Furthermore, lintian-info facilitates the creation of robust and well-maintained packages, benefiting the entire Debian ecosystem.

lintian-info is part of the Lintian package and has been developed alongside the Lintian package validation tool. Its primary purpose is to provide a user-friendly interface to the warnings, errors, and informational messages generated by Lintian.

lintian(1), dpkg(1)