PMD is a static code analyzer for Java. Developers use PMD to comply with coding standards and deliver quality code. Team leaders and Quality Assurance folks use it to change the nature of code reviews. PMD has the potential to transform a mechanical and syntax check oriented code review into a to dynamic peer-to-peer discussion.

This article looks at PMD as an Eclipse plugin and the ways it can be used to improve the code quality and shorten the code review process. Since every organization has a unique set of coding conventions and quality metrics, it also demonstrates how to customize PMD to meet these needs.

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About the Author

Levent Gurses is a Washington, DC-based technology consultant. He is also the co-founder of Jacoozi, an integrated solutions provider based in Alexandria, VA. In his professional life Levent helps clients overcome their J2EE challenges and develop leaner and meaner software development practices. Most of his free time goes in reading and motorcycle racing.