Deadcode - A Tool to Find and Fix Unused Python Code

Discover a powerful new tool for identifying and eliminating unused Python code in this 26-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2024. Explore how 'deadcode' surpasses existing solutions like Ruff and Vulture by offering flexible configuration options, implementing additional detection rules, and utilizing an improved strategy that considers scopes and namespaces. Learn about the tool's automatic removal feature and its potential for reducing code size in browser-based Python applications. Gain insights into how removing dead code can save time, reduce technical debt, minimize security risks, and ultimately contribute to a more efficient Python ecosystem.

Deadcode - a tool to find and fix unused (dead) Python code — Albertas Gimbutas