{"id":35597,"date":"2022-04-19T08:23:47","date_gmt":"2022-04-19T08:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/?p=35597"},"modified":"2022-05-17T06:53:00","modified_gmt":"2022-05-17T06:53:00","slug":"what-is-code-refactoring-tools-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/what-is-code-refactoring-tools-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Code Refactoring? Definition, Benefits, and Best Practices"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Code refactoring<\/strong> is basically the process of restructuring an application\u2019s code without changing it. It also doesn\u2019t add up to its behavior and functionality. Its purpose is to make the code more efficient and easily maintainable. <strong>How can you refactor the code, what are the detailed benefits, and how can you go about it?<\/strong> Here\u2019s the list of everything you need to know, including best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring.jpeg\" alt=\"Code refactoring meaning\" class=\"wp-image-36098\" width=\"864\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring.jpeg 864w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-300x156.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-768x400.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-361x188.jpeg 361w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-433x226.jpeg 433w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-432x225.jpeg 432w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-360x189.jpeg 360w, https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Is-Code-Refactoring-200x104.jpeg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4>Table of contents<\/h4>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#What is the meaning of code refactoring?\">What is the meaning of code refactoring?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What are the benefits of code refactoring?\">What are the benefits of code refactoring?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#When should you go with software refactoring?\">When should you go with software refactoring?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Main techniques to perform a code refactor\">Main techniques to perform a code refactor<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Best code refactoring tools\">Best code refactoring tools<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Best practices to make it happen\">Best practices to make it happen<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Summary\">Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"What is the meaning of code refactoring?\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #What is the meaning of code refactoring? {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-meaning-of-code-refactoring\">What is the meaning of code refactoring?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have already answered this question but the definition goes beyond simple restructuring. <strong>Reasons for the code being messy<\/strong> come from the developer\u2019s inexperience, implementing shortcuts to meet tight deadlines, poor project management practices, or at least a few developers working on the same part of the project. It can also be a combination of all these factors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, you can get not only inefficient but also spaghetti code. Unnecessarily long and difficult to optimize. Without transparency, you can\u2019t properly manage the app. Fix bugs, implement new functionalities, introduce integrations with third-party solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Although code refactoring can help with bug fixing, it doesn\u2019t mean you eliminate bugs during the process<\/strong>. You just prepare the ground. We can describe it as cultivating the field. As time goes by, weeds, bugs, and other unwanted elements plague your crops. You still have to get rid of them but it\u2019s easier when you have a plan. When you respect the field and practice ecological and structured cultivation, bugs are fairly easily spotted. It\u2019s also cheaper and healthier to get rid of them. You don\u2019t have to use a flamethrower, sometimes all it takes is a penset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OK, this metaphor can be overly enthusiastic but it\u2019s true nonetheless. <strong>Code refactoring<\/strong> irons out the structure of the application, leaving healthy cells untouched and making room for repairs to be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some <strong>code refactoring examples<\/strong>. Or rather types of a \u201cdirty\u201d code that leaves a mark on an app\u2019s performance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>unnecessary parts of code &#8211; removing them will not cause harm to the application<\/li><li>areas of code that require multiple changes for other parts of the code to work properly<\/li><li>tight coupling (you want low coupling and high cohesion)<\/li><li>incorrect or incomplete application of object-oriented programming principles<\/li><li>too large elements (code, methods, classes) that prevent easy manipulation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Code refactoring in these cases would consist of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>removal of an unnecessary portion of the code<\/li><li>simplifying code structure to ease cooperation between different portions of an application<\/li><li>simplification and disconnecting elements<\/li><li>proper implementation of object-oriented and functional programming principles<\/li><li>shrinking the size and weight of elements in the code<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-code-refactoring-and-code-rewriting-the-same\">Is code refactoring and code rewriting the same?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, it\u2019s not. These processes are both independent and different in nature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refactoring means that you <strong>restructure an existing project to make sure future updates will come smoothly.<\/strong> It can also mean using new versions of third-party libraries, frameworks, and technologies. It can also lead to lowering the level of code complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rewriting, on the other hand, means that you rewrite the application\u2019s code from scratch. The entire process starts from the beginning, so developers are not limited by the existing code. That also means longer development time, since nothing is there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"What are the benefits of code refactoring?\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #What are the benefits of code refactoring? {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-code-refactoring\">What are the benefits of code refactoring?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main clear <strong>benefits of code refactoring is that you\u2019re removing underperforming portions of the code and replacing them with a more transparent one<\/strong>. Cleaning dirty code prepares your application for healthy performance. It also reduces your technical debt.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean code is easier to read. Not only for the person who actually wrote it. For other people too. As the number of engineers increases in the project, as more functionalities are added, as more QA specialists join the fold, as more integrations are rolling in, the harder it gets. What does what and why? How is this portion of code relevant to what I\u2019m doing? Sure, you can fix some of it with code commentaries but it will not fix the fundamental problem \u2013 performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean code performs better. It also gives more insight into how the application is made. This leads to more informed decision-making. If a number of people understand how the software is built and what kind of architecture is used, they can think about future updates. They can also take ownership of future iterations and current changes, which is invaluable. Transparency encourages people to take responsibility, that\u2019s a huge side benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another thing is multiplied importance. Sometimes applications have small pieces of code that have no front-end significance. Since they don\u2019t \u201cface the user\u201d, nobody thinks of them as important enough to bother. Gather enough of these and you create a snowball effect. Sometimes unimportant, but sometimes with problems that can lead to enough work for two or even three people to manage and refactor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This snowball effect can power up an entirely new approach to <a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/software-development-and-design-services-company\/\">software development<\/a>. It can, for example, spawn more coherent and regular code refactor initiatives, which we are sure everybody will appreciate. Especially when there is a lot to do. You don\u2019t have to tackle everything at once. Sometimes it\u2019s better to take things slow and fix one problem at a time. This will preserve the application\u2019s stability and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another positive \u2013 \u201cglass half full\u201d approach. To give any kind of advantage, a rewrite must be completed. Refactoring doesn\u2019t. You can stop in the middle of the process and still have a cleaner code. What you\u2019re missing are a bigger picture and multiple benefits. What you\u2019re losing is\u2026 nothing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, updates. You can deliver updates to a user while still working on the code in the background. New features can be introduced through milestones but the code can get clean while you\u2019re still working on the app. This is important for any kind of app, but with today\u2019s complexities and product integrations with the cloud (<a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/aws-amazon-web-services-consulting\">Amazon Web Services<\/a>, for example) it\u2019s good to know that it\u2019s business as usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"When should you go with software refactoring?\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #When should you go with software refactoring? {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-go-with-software-refactoring\">When should you go with software refactoring?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The purpose of code refactoring is not to address bugs, so you shouldn\u2019t do it while removing mistakes in your digital product. There are different ways to approach the topic and none of the schools has the ultimate tools.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We find it most practical to refactor the code before updating or adding new features. There\u2019s also a policy to refactor during code review. It\u2019s the last chance to correct some things before the product goes live. You can also implement a policy of regularly-scheduled refactoring sessions. This will take some time off your project\u2019s calendar and prevent you from adding new elements as quickly as you probably wouldn&#8217;t, but it\u2019s worth the trouble.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularity gives consistency. It prevents the code from becoming \u201cmuddy\u201d. Engineers don\u2019t have to spend a whole day refactoring. Instead, they only need hours at best. OK, but what about practical sense? When to actually go with code refactor?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can start the process when<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>you spot logic repetition or declaration of code structures that go in circles<\/li><li>multiple developers have trouble understanding the code and what it does<\/li><li>multiple developers have issues with a portion of the code<\/li><li>debugging takes longer than it should<\/li><li>you\u2019re debugging randomly because you have no idea how to tackle issues globally<\/li><li>the last refactoring was some time ago and you\u2019re due<\/li><li>you\u2019re planning to add a major feature, component, big block, or integration with a third-party solution<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, consider using tools like SonarCloud or SonarQube. They measure the code\u2019s duplication level, as well as cyclomatic complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"Main techniques to perform a code refactor\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #Main techniques to perform a code refactor {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-main-techniques-to-perform-a-code-refactor\">Main techniques to perform a code refactor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different ways to approach this process. Each of them works best under different circumstances, so you shouldn\u2019t treat them as equal opportunities to achieve the same result. Match the best method for the task and issues at hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Red-Green-Refactor<\/strong>. This is one of the most popular methods. By using this, developers break down the process into three stages.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stop and consider what needs to be developed. Also, write a test that will generate a fail (Red).<\/li><li>Get the development to pass basic testing (Green).<\/li><li>Implement improvements (Refactor).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Red-Green-Refactor is a part of test-driven development (TDD); a foundation of Agile development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <strong>Refactoring by abstraction<\/strong>. This method is used when there\u2019s a huge amount of refactoring to do. The goal here is to reduce unnecessary duplications in code. Abstraction uses class inheritances, hierarchy, and extraction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>The composing method<\/strong>. Composing lets developers streamline the code to reduce duplications. To do that, they use processes like extraction and inline refactoring.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extraction is based on breaking the code down into smaller parts to extract data fragmentation. Fragmented code is removed and replaced with a new piece of code. Inline, on the other hand, is used to reduce the number of unnecessary methods. It can greatly simplify the code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. <strong>Simplifying methods<\/strong>. Simplifying is based on polishing interactions between classes. It\u2019s about adding, removing, and injecting new parameters while removing old ones at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a good method to deal with an old code, which tends to gather \u201cmud\u201d and become inefficient simply by putting too much weight over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. <strong>Moving features between objects<\/strong>. With this method, developers create new classes and move functionalities between old and new classes. When one class is \u201coverweight\u201d, some functionalities are dropped and moved to another one to compensate for inefficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, if a given class is not busy, engineers can consolidate functionalities in one class and remove unused classes for code clarity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. <strong>Preparatory refactoring<\/strong>. One can argue that this one is actually a part of a software update rather than an element of a classic refactoring itself. It\u2019s because a developer goes with preparatory refactoring when it\u2019s time to introduce a new feature.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this approach, refactoring is done on the go and as a reason to avoid technical debt in the future. It\u2019s a great way to quickly iron out some portions of the code, but it\u2019s even better to plan this ahead and not refactor last minute when the change is introduced to the application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, there is a variety of options. Choose the one that will work best for you. That should always depend on the size and scope of the project, the time you have for running refactoring, the number of people that can help you, and the state of the code itself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part is that the previously mentioned six methods for code refactoring are not the only ones. In fact, there are dozens more; you can find them on <a href=\"https:\/\/refactoring.com\/catalog\" rel=\"nofollow\">Refactoring.com<\/a>. Some of them are so unique or based on exotic assumptions that we didn\u2019t want to spoil the overall meaning of this article.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"Best code refactoring tools\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #Best code refactoring tools {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-code-refactoring-tools\">Best code refactoring tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many code refactoring tools, but it\u2019s best to focus on automated ones. Sure, they will not do everything and you still have to control them and measure results. The difference is that these will definitely simplify the process and generate more time for other activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can choose your refactoring tool from these:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stepsize.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Stepsize<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jetbrains.com\/dotnet\/guide\/products\/rider\" rel=\"nofollow\">Rider<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eclipse.org\/eclipseide\" rel=\"nofollow\">Eclipse IDE<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/visualstudio.microsoft.com\/services\/intellicode\" rel=\"nofollow\">Visual Studio IntelliCode<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sonarqube.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">SonarQube<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are other choices, but these are essentials.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"Best practices to make it happen\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #Best practices to make it happen {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-practices-to-make-it-happen\">Best practices to make it happen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some handy pointers you can use for a positive experience. For example \u2013 <strong>always try to break down the code into smaller chunks<\/strong> for better management and issue visibility. Also, <strong>remember about documentation<\/strong>. It\u2019s not only for your benefit but also for those who will come after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plan your code refactoring ahead.<\/strong> Not only when you introduce new and major features. Try to stay ahead of the game and predict bottlenecks. Refactor to avoid pitfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make code refactoring a part of your bloodstream. Refactor often, but with a carefully executed plan. Prepare tests for the process and use them frequently. If something slips by, change testing methods. Don\u2019t throw a towel after one or two occurrences. Refactor regularly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because refactoring can affect outcomes in a product, involve Quality Assurance specialists. It\u2019s always a good idea to make them part of the process. In-depth and regression testing can be a part of the refactoring process. Be on QA\u2019s good side and cooperate with them on a daily basis. You never know what they could find and you never know what can be unintentionally missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, use previously mentioned tools. Refactoring automation can help in all kinds of projects and situations. Especially when you need a full-scale, <a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/software-development-and-design-services-company\">end-to-end de<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/end-to-end-software-development\/\">v<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/software-development-and-design-services-company\">elopment<\/a>. The more complexity in a project, the more you\u2019re vulnerable. Refactor often and automate what you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"Refactoring at Code &amp; Pepper\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #Refactoring at Code &amp; Pepper {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-refactoring-at-code-pepper\">Refactoring at Code &amp; Pepper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Code &amp; Pepper, we approach code\u2019s quality seriously. We identify challenging problems from the very beginning. Those that can generate technological debt, for example. First of all, we set up tools to help us with the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We use Prettier for code formatting, ESLint for problem identification, SonarCloud\/SonarQube for continuous inspection of code quality (including code duplication). We also make code review for every Pull Request. Becauce the opportunity is there, we also do refactoring. These are just the beginning. Our teams periodically engage with code reviews. They leave comments in the code, that helps a lot. Usually there are two developers for code reviews, that minimizes risks of something going wrong.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also write unit and integration tests. Developers also set up tools to automatically measure code coverage. Usually, coverage is set to 70%. That way we have a necessary confidence level. At the same time, the team isn\u2019t forced to write tests just to bump statistics. If we do write tests, it\u2019s automatic end-to-end (E2E) tests with Cypress, Playwright or Detox.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a good testing base is a huge advantage. Developers are not afraid to approach refactoring. They have a lot of experience and confidence regarding the rest of the application. They can easily test and change something, without the fear of messing up the entire product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Technological debt is an issue of its own. We have to talk about it &#8211; openly and early on. That way our developers will have time to deal with it. Our approach? Once in a while we do a sprint dedicated to elimination of the technological debt and nothing else. Through refactoring, of course. Sometimes it\u2019s hard to talk about it with the client. It requires argumentation and patience. The important part is time. Future functionalities hop into the project faster and smoother. That\u2019s a final conclusion and a real benefit.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"Summary\" class=\"hidden-block\"><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n  #Summary {\n    visibility: hidden !important;\n  }\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The structure of a code is the beast that must be tamed. Refactoring gives tools to have everything in order and be ready for the future. No matter what tool or good practice you will choose for the project, it\u2019s always best to have a good team to work with. Software can\u2019t be built and enhanced just like that. It needs consistency and talent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can build a product from scratch or <a href=\"https:\/\/codeandpepper.com\/services\/software-team-augmentation\">augment<\/a> your existing talent pool. Either way, the future of your app starts today. 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