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Who uses Static Test Analysis? Static analysis tools are typically used by developers (checking against predefined rules or programming standards) before and during component and integration testing, and by designers during software modeling. Static analysis tools may produce a large number of warning messages, which need to be well managed to allow the most effective use of the tool.    

What is the benefits of Static Testing Analysis? Early detection of defects prior to test executions Early warning about suspicious aspects of the code or design, by the calculation of metrics, such as a high complexity measure. Identification of defects not easily found by dynamic testing. Detecting dependencies and inconsistencies in software models, such as links. Improved maintainability of code and design. Prevention of defects, if lessons are learned in development