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require-netlify-build-command-non-empty

Require Netlify build.command values to be present and non-empty.

Targeted pattern scope​

  • command = ... assignments in netlify.toml.

What this rule reports​

This rule reports missing or empty build command values.

Why this rule exists​

An empty command assignment can pass superficial checks while silently breaking build expectations.

❌ Incorrect​

[build]
  command = ""
  publish = "dist"

✅ Correct​

[build]
  command = "npm run build"
  publish = "dist"

When not to use it​

Disable this rule if build command selection is intentionally managed outside netlify.toml.

Rule catalog ID: R100

Further reading​