ShaJavadoc

ShaJavadoc is a tool designed to process and analyze Javadoc comments within Java source code. It aims to extract specific information from these comments, making them more accessible for programmatic use and further analysis. The primary function of ShaJavadoc is to parse the structured text within Javadoc tags, such as @param, @return, and @throws, as well as free-form descriptions.

The tool can be used to generate documentation in various formats, although its core strength lies in providing a structured representation of the Javadoc content. This structured data can then be leveraged for tasks like generating API documentation, performing code quality checks based on documentation completeness, or even for building intelligent code completion systems. ShaJavadoc typically operates by reading Java source files, identifying Javadoc blocks, and then parsing the content according to Javadoc conventions. The output is usually a machine-readable format, allowing other applications to consume the extracted information. Its development is often driven by the need for more sophisticated integration of documentation with development workflows and tools, moving beyond static HTML generation.