Code Clone Assistant

Detect code clones and guide refactoring using PMD CPD (exact duplicates) + Semgrep (patterns).

Self-Evolving Skill: This skill improves through use. If instructions are wrong, parameters drifted, or a workaround was needed — fix this file immediately, don't defer. Only update for real, reproducible issues.

Tools

• PMD CPD v7.17.0+: Exact duplicate detection
• Semgrep v1.140.0+: Pattern-based detection

Tested: October 2025 - 30 violations detected across 3 sample files Coverage: ~3x more violations than using either tool alone

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when: