Teaching and Implementing Continuous Inspection Practices in Software Maintenance: An Experience Report in a Software Maintenance Course

• Antônia Naelly Freire de Lima UFC
• Jacilane de Holanda Rabelo UFC

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/wie.2025.13132

Abstract

Continuous inspection is an essential practice to ensure the delivery of quality software, but teaching these techniques presents challenges in higher education institutions. In the job market, it is fundamental in improving the quality and efficiency of the final product. This study focused on the implementation of the SonarCloud tool during a refactoring project in the course of Software Maintenance course (2023.2) at the Federal University of Ceará - Campus Russas, with the aim of evaluating its impact on students’ education. The results showed that students valued the adoption of the tool, recognizing its importance for delivering high-quality software. This experience report highlights the relevance of integrating industry tools into the academic environment, promoting learning that is more aligned with professional practices and preparing students for the challenges of the software industry.

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