FindBugs

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FindBugs is a static code analysis tool used to detect potential bugs in Java software. It works by analyzing the source code of an application and looking for common issues that may lead to a problem in the software. The tool is developed and maintained by the University of Maryland. It is used by many of the world's leading software companies and developers to help ensure the quality and reliability of their applications. FindBugs can detect a wide range of coding issues, including incorrect or missing checks, potential performance issues, potential race conditions, potential security issues, and incorrect use of APIs. It also provides detailed information about the problems found and the code that caused them. FindBugs is an open source tool and is available for free.

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