Certificate in Code Smell Patterns
-- viewing nowCertificate in Code Smell Patterns: A Comprehensive Course for Career Advancement In the ever-evolving tech industry, understanding code smells and their patterns is crucial for software developers seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers. This certificate course focuses on the importance of identifying and addressing code smells, which are indicators of poor programming practices that can negatively impact software maintainability, readability, and performance.
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• Introduction to Code Smells: Understanding the concept of code smells, their impact on software quality, and the benefits of identifying and resolving them. • Common Code Smells: Recognizing and addressing common code smells such as long methods, large classes, data classes, switch statements, and duplicated code. • Code Smells in Object-Oriented Design: Identifying code smells related to object-oriented design, including rigidity, fragility, immobility, and viscosity, and learning how to address these issues. • Code Smells in Testing: Understanding code smells specific to testing, such as test smells and refactoring techniques to improve test quality. • Code Smell Detection Tools: Exploring automated tools and techniques for detecting code smells, such as static analysis tools and linters. • Code Smell Refactoring Techniques: Learning best practices and techniques for refactoring code that exhibits code smells, such as extracting methods, encapsulating fields, and introducing inheritance. • Code Smells in Legacy Code: Understanding how to approach and address code smells in legacy code, including strategies for safely modifying code without breaking existing functionality. • Code Smell Prevention: Learning techniques for preventing code smells from occurring in the first place, such as following coding standards, using design patterns, and implementing continuous integration.
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- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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