code-review-kiss-detector

To find KISS violations, analyze codebase structure and logic to surface over-abstraction, premature generalization, and unnecessary indirection. The review evaluates abstraction depth and decision paths to pinpoint exact locations of unnecessary complexity.

Premature generalization is adding speculative flexibility before requirements demand it. Detect it by evaluating abstraction depth and data flow to identify unnecessary indirection and convoluted logic, categorizing these as concrete KISS violations.

Yes, you can apply KISS detection across software projects regardless of language. The analysis focuses on structural patterns like over-engineering and unnecessary indirection rather than language-specific syntax.

Refactor unnecessary abstraction by applying actionable recommendations that reduce indirection and simplify decision paths. This improves readability and long-term viability by presenting clear trade-offs and maintainability impacts for each change.

The best way to identify convoluted logic is to analyze decision paths and data flow within the codebase. This surfaces specific issues with severity ratings and concrete refactoring steps to simplify the code.

Avoid KISS refactoring when abstractions are explicitly required to handle verified complexity or domain rules. The tool targets unnecessary indirection and premature generalization, meaning justified architectural depth should remain untouched.