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require-digitalocean-app-spec-name-value

Require DigitalOcean app spec name values to be non-empty.

Targeted pattern scope​

  • Top-level name: in .do/app.yaml/.do/app.yml.

What this rule reports​

This rule reports missing or empty app-name values.

Why this rule exists​

A blank app identity undermines traceability in multi-app repositories and deployment review.

❌ Incorrect​

name:
region: nyc
services:
  - name: web

✅ Correct​

name: demo-app
region: nyc
services:
  - name: web

When not to use it​

Disable this rule if app names are externally injected into specs.

Rule catalog ID: R108

Further reading​