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Static check of identifier length [message #760065]

Thu, 01 December 2011 02:24

Eclipse User

Hi there,

Could not find anything that comes near to what I need.

We're using eclipse/cdt for embedded SW development with C.

We have some coding rules that limit the length allowed to be used for any identifier (variable, function, macros). Is there a way to add a style check for this rule to be checked while entering code. Just like the static code analysis.

If not I would create something like that. I'm really starting with creating stuff for eclipse. Until now everything was about configuration.
Whats best approach in terms of effort and user experience:
-> Extend the static code analysis functionality
-> Create a plugin that does the check

Thank you for your help,
Hanno.

Re: Static check of identifier length [message #760128 is a reply to message #760065]

Thu, 01 December 2011 07:16

Eclipse User

There is CODAN (integrated static code analyser) rule to check function names
Preferences->C/C++->Code analysis->Coding style: Name convention for functions

You can replace the default regexp with
^.{1,15}$

This would limit the function name length to 15 characters.
If you need code style checkers for variables, macros etc. you must create your own CODAN checker.
http://wiki.eclipse.org/CDT/designs/StaticAnalysis
http://www.slideshare.net/laskava/eclipse-con2011-v11

Re: Static check of identifier length [message #760368 is a reply to message #760128]

Fri, 02 December 2011 03:10

Eclipse User

Thank you Axel.

Next week I start adding the code checkers for our identifier naming rules.

Additionally there is the persistent request for a display of the text selection length. Embedded inside the bottom bar, right beside the current cursor position.
I don't think there is something like that in eclipse, am I wrong?

Once again thanks.

Re: Static check of identifier length [message #760836 is a reply to message #760368]

Mon, 05 December 2011 07:18

Eclipse User

hanno wrote on Fri, 02 December 2011 09:10

Additionally there is the persistent request for a display of the text selection length. Embedded inside the bottom bar, right beside the current cursor position.
I don't think there is something like that in eclipse, am I wrong?

I don't think this feature is implemented. But it sounds cool. When you open a bugzilla request I would add my vote.

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