semgrep-rule-variant-creator

Porting Semgrep rules to a new language involves analyzing the original rule's applicability, translating the syntax and idioms, and generating an independent rule variant. This Skill automates that translation to expand static analysis coverage across different languages.

Yes, you can automatically generate test cases when translating static analysis rules. This Skill creates independent, language-specific test cases for each ported Semgrep rule variant to validate the translated detection logic.

The best way to expand Semgrep code security coverage across a polyglot codebase is to port existing rules to each target language. This Skill generates independent rule variants and test cases, ensuring consistent security analysis across diverse codebases.

Yes, it works with existing developer tools for static analysis in Go and Java by taking an established Semgrep rule and porting it to those target languages. It outputs new runnable rule files and tests tailored to each specific environment.

The main limitation of automating Semgrep rule creation is that not all detection logic translates directly between languages due to differing syntax and idioms. The process requires applicability analysis and generating independent variants to ensure accuracy.