What is ObjectAid?
ObjectAid is an open-source Eclipse plugin used by Java developers to understand and analyze relationships between classes and objects in their code. It provides a range of visualization and analysis tools without requiring changes to code.
Key features include:
- Dynamic UML diagrams like class diagrams and sequence diagrams generated at runtime based on actual code execution.
- Data tracking that shows how objects are created and values change.
- Metrics and reporting to identify complex code and potential issues.
- Easy integration into the Eclipse IDE without disrupting workflows.
- Customizable rules to filter data and diagrams.
- Search tools to locate usage of specific classes and methods.
- Lightweight and optimized to monitor code without slowing performance.
By visualizing and analyzing real runtime data, ObjectAid makes it easier for developers to unravel complex code, study inter-object interactions, improve code quality, and prevent bugs. It works for any Java application and seamlessly integrates with Eclipse without imposing extra processes.