openrewrite / openrewrite/rewrite-static-analysis

Unused method parameters should be removed.`RSPEC-1172`

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Description

I imagine that to "do not harm", we should start with private methods

https://rules.sonarsource.com/java/RSPEC-1172

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Research direction

Start with the RSPEC-1172 specification, focusing on the proposed scope of private methods. Then inspect the repository's existing Java static-analysis recipes and tests to find the appropriate entry point. Done means the recipe identifies and removes unused method parameters without affecting other behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
java
Domain
devtools
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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