This is a Macintosh perl port of the unix perl script called "weblint".
Weblint is a syntax and minimal style checker for HTML: a perl script which
picks fluff off html pages, much in the same way traditional lint picks fluff
off C programs.
The current version of the Macintosh port will mirror that of the unix weblint. This is to avoid confusion between the two versions since the unix one will always be released before the Macintosh version.
The unix version of Weblint is available via anonymous ftp, either as a gzip'd tar file,
The latest mac version is always available via anonymous ftp to:
ftp://sparc.clearink.com/
Instructions
Get a copy of MacPerl 5.0.6r1m or newer. This was not tested with MacPerl 4, so I do not know what the results will be, I doubt that it will work correctly with this version.
I got my copy of MacPerl 5 from:
ftp://ftp.share.com/pub/macperl/
Edit the MacWebLint.rc file to your specifications.
Drag and drop files or folders onto the file called "MacWebLint". It will only try to check files with the suffix of ".html" or ".htm".
If you drag a file or folder onto the droplet, it will create a file called "MacWebLint Results" in the same folder as MacWebLint.
If the file "MacWebLint Results" already exists, the new data will be appended to the data currently in the file.
If you have problems, email me with the error. I will do my best to help although, I cannot promise anything or a quick response time. The subject of your message HAS to begin with the word "macweblint". Otherwise, I will not answer it because that proves that you have not read this document.
Version Changes from 1.011 to 1.013
This version is a much better port. I have removed a lot of the unix-centric functions that are just not needed in this version. I also rewrote the "wanted" subroutine so that it would work correctly on the Mac. I have commented everything that I have changed, but I have not commented everything that I have removed. Just compare to the unix version if you are that curious. :) I also fixed a bug that I had put in the earlier version that would cause all the results files to be put all over the place if you drag/drop a folder on the droplet. That file is now kept only in the same folder as MacWebLint. :)
Disclaimer
Although I have taken great care in developing & testing this software, a condition of use is that you, the user, must assume all liability for data loss or other problems caused directly or indirectly by "MacWebLint".
I make no warranties, either express or implied, regarding the suitability of this or any version of "MacWebLint" for any purpose. Use it at your own risk.
This software is provided free of charge and must follow by the Artistic license defined in the original unix weblint distribution. Any re-distributions of this Macintosh port of weblint must contain this document.
About Clear Ink
Clear Ink is a unique "E-vertising Agency" which combines expertise in product marketing, graphic design and Internet technology. Clear Ink provides all services associated with marketing products and maintaining a presence in cyberspace, including development of home pages and web sites, HTML programming and back-end scripting, pinpointing and capitalizing on strategic areas of the Internet for executing innovative programs, and installing and/or maintaining necessary hardware and software to perpetuate these programs. If you would like more information about Clear Ink, please send email to jon@clearink.com or check out our website at http://www.clearink.com/.
