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Java code coverage tools are of two types: first, tools that add statements to the Java source code and require its recompilation. Second, tools that instrument the bytecode, either before or during execution. The goal is to find out which parts of the code are tested by registering the lines of code executed when running a test. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Java code coverage toolsA 5-minute orientation
  2. Pick up a classic book: Clean CodeThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  3. Read the landmark paper: Code coverage differences of Java bytecode and source code instrumentation toolsCited 22 times
  4. Go sideways: FindBugsA closely related topic
  5. Go sideways: IntelliJ IDEAA closely related topic

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