Clone refactoring inspection by summarizing clone refactorings and detecting inconsistent changes during software evolution
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DOI: 10.1002/smr.1951
Abstract: It has been broadly assumed that removing code clones by refactorings would solve the problems of code duplication. Despite recent empirical studies on the benefit of refactorings, contradicting evidence shows that it is often difficult… read more here.
Keywords: refactoring inspection; software evolution; clone refactorings; clone refactoring ... See more keywords
Historical perspective of code clone refactorings in evolving software
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0277216
Abstract: Cloning in software is generally perceived as a threat to its maintenance and that is why it needs to be managed properly. Understanding clones from a historical perspective is essential for effective clone management. Analysis… read more here.
Keywords: software; historical perspective; clone refactorings; perspective code ... See more keywords