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# Validate .gitlab-ci.yml syntax with the CI Lint tool
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# Validate `.gitlab-ci.yml` syntax with the CI Lint tool
If you want to test the validity of your GitLab CI/CD configuration before committing
the changes, you can use the CI Lint tool. This tool checks for syntax and logical