Design PMD Source Code Analyzer
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designing a pmd source code analyzer: a comprehensive tutorial
this tutorial will guide you through the process of designing a simplified, custom pmd-like source code analyzer. we'll focus on the core concepts, architecture, and implementation details, providing code examples in java to illustrate the key components.
*disclaimer:* this is a simplified version of pmd. pmd is a complex and robust tool. this tutorial aims to demonstrate the underlying principles and provide a starting point for building your own analyzer.
*1. understanding the goal: what is a source code analyzer?*
a source code analyzer examines code for potential problems, stylistic inconsistencies, or violations of predefined coding standards. these tools can identify bugs early, improve code maintainability, and enforce consistent coding styles within a team.
*2. core components of a source code analyzer:*
*parser:* converts the source code (text) into an abstract syntax tree (ast). the ast is a tree-like representation of the code's structure, making it easier to navigate and analyze.
*rules:* define the specific criteria or patterns that the analyzer will look for (e.g., naming conventions, code complexity, potential bugs).
*rule engine:* orchestrates the analysis process. it traverses the ast and applies the rules against the code elements.
*violation reporting:* collects and presents any violations of the rules found during the analysis. this typically includes the file name, line number, and a description of the issue.
*3. architecture:*
our simplified analyzer will follow this architecture:
*4. implementing the components (java code):*
*4.1. the `violation` class:*
first, let's create a simple class to represent a code violation:
*4.2. the `rule` interface:*
we define an interface for all our rules:
`getname()`: returns the name of the rule.
`visit()`: this is the method that performs the analysis. it takes an `astnode` ...
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