PVSStudio

PVS-Studio is a static code analysis tool for C, C++, C#, and Java developed by the company PVS-Studio. It analyzes source code to identify defects, potential crashes, security vulnerabilities, and other quality issues without executing the program. The tool’s checks cover memory problems, null dereferences, incorrect API usage, uninitialized variables, dead code, and data races, among others, and it reports findings with severity levels and suggested fixes.

Languages and platforms: PVS-Studio supports C, C++, C#, and Java, and runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS. It provides IDE integrations for Microsoft Visual Studio and popular JetBrains IDEs, as well as a command-line interface and a standalone GUI, enabling integration into CI pipelines and builds.

Licensing and availability: PVS-Studio is a commercial product. The company offers free licenses for open-source projects and educational use, along with trial evaluations for organizations.

Usage and impact: The tool is used by software developers to improve code quality and reduce defects. It is commonly employed in software maintenance and development workflows across various industries to supplement manual code reviews and testing.

Development and reception: Since its release, PVS-Studio has expanded language support and checks, with ongoing updates and accompanying documentation, case studies, and user guidance provided by the company.