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What Is Static Analysis?
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Static analysis examines source code without executing it to identify defects, vulnerabilities, and code quality issues.
Related terms: coding standards, flow analysis, standards compliance, SAST
Static Analysis: Examples in Context
A code quality analysis tool performs static analysis on source code to detect code smells, potential bugs, and adherence to coding standards.
A software architect uses static analysis reports to identify security vulnerabilities and optimize code performance during code reviews.