Real Time Code Analysis

⚡ Real-Time Code Analysis

This guide explains how to use the real-time code analysis features of the Acode AI CLI Assistant Plugin.

🎯 Overview

Real-time code analysis provides instant feedback as you type, helping you write better code faster. This feature is automatically enabled when you install the plugin.

📊 Features

Live Code Suggestions

• Get intelligent code completion suggestions
• Receive context-aware recommendations
• Improve coding efficiency with smart hints

Error Detection

• Instantly identify syntax errors
• Detect potential bugs before they happen
• Get explanations for detected issues

Performance Optimization

• Receive tips for code optimization
• Get suggestions for better algorithms
• Learn about language-specific best practices

Code Explanation

• Understand complex code segments
• Get inline documentation for functions
• Receive breakdowns of code logic

⚙️ Configuration

Sensitivity Settings

Adjust how frequently you receive analysis:

• High: Instant feedback (more API calls)
• Medium: 5-second debounce (balanced)
• Low: 10-second debounce (fewer API calls)

Accessing Settings

1. Open the AI assistant chat
2. Click the menu icon (three dots)
3. Select "Settings"
4. Adjust real-time analysis sensitivity

🎨 UI Elements

Analysis Widget

• Appears near your cursor when suggestions are available
• Displays relevant code improvements
• Can be dismissed by clicking elsewhere or pressing Escape

Error Markers

• Highlighted lines in the editor indicate issues
• Hover over markers to see detailed explanations
• Click on markers to view suggested fixes

Performance Indicators

• Visual cues show optimization opportunities
• Color-coded based on severity
• Detailed tooltips provide improvement suggestions

🛠️ Using Real-Time Features

Automatic Activation

Real-time analysis automatically activates when:

• You open a file in Acode
• You start typing in the editor
• The plugin detects a supported programming language

Context Menu Integration

Right-click on any code to access AI features:

• "Ask AI": Get analysis for selected code
• "Explain Code": Understand what the code does
• "Optimize Function": Improve selected function
• "Add Comments": Document selected code
• "Generate Docs": Create documentation

Selection-Based Analysis

1. Select a code segment in the editor
2. Right-click and choose AI options
3. Or use keyboard shortcuts:
   • Ctrl/Cmd + E: Explain code
   • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + O: Optimize function
   • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + C: Add comments
   • Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + D: Generate documentation

🔧 Performance Settings

Debounce Timing

• Controls how long the plugin waits before sending analysis requests
• Helps reduce API calls and improve performance
• Adjustable in settings

Cache Management

• Responses are cached for 5 minutes
• Reduces redundant API calls for similar code
• Automatically expires to ensure fresh analysis

Token Optimization

• Only sends relevant code context to AI
• Minimizes token usage for cost efficiency
• Focuses on current file and selected code

📈 Performance Monitoring

Token Usage Display

• Shows current session token consumption
• Tracks daily and total usage
• Helps monitor API costs

Battery Impact

• Reduced animations on low battery
• Analysis pauses when battery is critically low
• Visual indicators show when conservation mode is active

🐛 Troubleshooting Analysis Issues

Common Problems

Analysis Not Appearing

• Ensure real-time analysis is enabled in settings
• Check that your file type is supported
• Verify your API key is valid and active

Too Many Suggestions

• Adjust sensitivity settings to "Low"
• Analysis will occur less frequently
• Reduces distraction while coding

False Error Detection

• Some suggestions may not apply to your specific context
• Use judgment when implementing AI suggestions
• Report persistent false positives on GitHub

Performance Impact

• Real-time analysis uses device resources
• Adjust debounce timing for better performance
• Disable feature if experiencing significant slowdown

Analysis Verification

To verify real-time analysis is working:

1. Open a code file in Acode
2. Start typing
3. Wait for suggestions to appear
4. Check that error markers display correctly

📞 Getting Help

If you encounter issues with real-time code analysis:

1. Check the Common Issues documentation
2. Visit our GitHub Issues page
3. Join our Discussions community for support

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