dead-code-detector

Dead code detection scans application and library codebases to identify unused imports, unreachable branches, and orphan files across 7 programming languages. It uses mark-and-sweep reachability algorithms to locate and report safe-to-delete items.

Static analysis finds dead database objects by cross-referencing SQL databases against application code. It identifies unused columns, tables, procs, and indexes no longer referenced by API endpoints to reduce technical debt.

Dead code detection minimizes false positives by using built-in handling for reflection, dynamic dispatch, plugin APIs, and ORM callbacks. It cross-references dynamic usage patterns to assign accurate confidence levels to findings.

Auditing unused dependencies involves scanning library codebases to eliminate technical debt and reduce build overhead. The detector identifies unused exports and dependencies, providing a prioritized report of safe-to-delete items.

Dead code detection works for feature-flagged unused branches by scanning application codebases to identify unreachable code. It assigns confidence levels to all findings to ensure safe removal without breaking active features.

Automated dead code elimination requires caution with deserialization targets and library reachability. You should review confidence levels before deleting, as dynamic dispatch and plugin APIs may reference code that static analysis misses.