Question 1

How do I choose the best static analysis tool for my Python project?

Accepted Answer

Identify your goals (e.g., linting with flake8, security with Bandit, formatting with Black). Use analysis-tools.dev to browse Python tools, then check their documentation for features and community activity before testing in your environment.

Question 2

What are the top static analysis tools for JavaScript vs TypeScript?

Accepted Answer

For JavaScript, ESLint is widely used for linting, while TypeScript benefits from TSLint or ESLint with TypeScript plugins. The directory has separate sections for both, but you should evaluate based on your codebase's specific requirements and integration needs.

Question 3

How to integrate a linter into my CI/CD pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Select a tool from the directory with CLI support, then add it as a step in your pipeline configuration (e.g., GitHub Actions). Refer to the tool's README for setup instructions, ensuring it exits with codes that flag issues for automated checks.

Question 4

Is there a free alternative to expensive static analysis tools for C++?

Accepted Answer

Yes, open-source tools like cppcheck for bug detection or clang-tidy for style checks are listed without :copyright: symbols. These can be viable replacements for commercial options like Polyspace, depending on your project's complexity.

Question 5

How can I contribute new tools to analysis-tools.dev?

Accepted Answer

Submit a pull request to the GitHub repository by editing the data/tools.yml file, as per the README instructions. Ensure the tool focuses on static analysis for code quality and includes relevant metadata like licensing and maintenance status.

Question 6

What static analysis tools work best for infrastructure-as-code like Terraform?

Accepted Answer

The directory lists tools under sections like Terraform and Kubernetes—for example, TFLint for Terraform. Start there, then verify tool compatibility with your IaC version and look for features like policy enforcement or security scanning.

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