SonarQube for Continuous Inspection and Code Review

Instructor: Edureka

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze code quality using SonarQube to identify bugs, code smells, and security vulnerabilities across multiple languages.
Integrate SonarQube into CI/CD pipelines to automate static code analysis and enforce quality gates during builds.
Configure custom quality profiles, rules, and dashboards in SonarQube to align with team coding standards and practices.
Apply clean code principles and static analysis techniques to improve maintainability, readability, and long-term software quality.

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course equips you with core skills in static code analysis and code quality management using SonarQube. Through practical use of SonarQube, you'll learn to analyze, monitor, and enhance code quality across projects in modern DevOps pipelines.

From setting up the SonarQube environment to enforcing Clean Code practices and integrating with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, this course equips you with the skills to maintain robust, maintainable codebases. By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Explain the importance of code quality and continuous inspection in software development • Configure and run static code analysis using SonarQube and SonarScanner • Customize quality profiles and enforce quality gates for various programming languages • Integrate SonarQube into CI/CD workflows using tools like GitHub and Maven • Use SonarQube dashboards and metrics to track and improve team code quality This course is ideal for freshers, software developers, and DevOps engineers who are responsible for maintaining code quality and integrating quality checks into CI/CD workflows. Prior experience with Git, build tools (like Maven), and a basic understanding of programming language such as Java will help you get the most out of this course. Join us to discover how SonarQube helps deliver cleaner, more maintainable code and strengthens quality control across your development lifecycle.

This module introduces the core concepts of static code analysis and the importance of code quality in modern development. Learners will explore SonarQube’s key features, understand the principles of Clean Code, and examine how SonarQube fits into quality-focused development workflows.

What's included

13 videos9 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts2 plugins

13 videosTotal 60 minutes

Course Introduction4 minutes
Introduction to SonarQube3 minutes
History and Key Features of SonarQube5 minutes
Understanding Code Quality Dimensions5 minutes
Sonar and Code Quality4 minutes
Introduction to Clean Code6 minutes
Clean as You Code4 minutes
Clean as You Code - Applications3 minutes
Code Analysis Based on Clean Code4 minutes
Instance Components of SonarQube3 minutes
SonarQube Web Interface5 minutes
Ways to Perform Code Analysis5 minutes
Dashboard Overview After Code Analysis3 minutes

9 readingsTotal 83 minutes

Welcome to SonarQube for Continuous Inspection and Code Review10 minutes
Evolution of Static Code Analysis Tools10 minutes
Importance of Code Quality in Modern Software Development10 minutes
How to use Discussion Prompt3 minutes
Dynamic Code Analysis and Its Role in Software Quality10 minutes
How “Clean as You Code” Aligns with Agile Practices10 minutes
Static Code Analysis and Its Role in Software Quality10 minutes
Client-Server Interaction in SonarQube10 minutes
Summary: Fundamentals of SonarQube and Code Quality10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 48 minutes

Knowledge Check: Fundamentals of SonarQube and Code Quality30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to SonarQube and Code Quality6 minutes
Practice Quiz: Clean Code and Clean as You Code6 minutes
Practice Quiz: SonarQube Architecture and Interface6 minutes

2 discussion promptsTotal 6 minutes

Introduce Yourself3 minutes
Evolution of Static Code Analysis Tools3 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 15 minutes

What Do You Already Know About Code Quality and SonarQube?5 minutes
Module 1 Checkpoint: Assessing Your Understanding of SonarQube and Code Quality10 minutes

This module focuses on the practical setup of SonarQube and its integration with databases and scanners. Learners will install and configure SonarQube, connect it with PostgreSQL, and perform code analysis using tools like SonarScanner and Maven.

What's included

12 videos6 readings4 assignments2 discussion prompts1 plugin

12 videosTotal 54 minutes

SonarQube Installation3 minutes
PostgreSQL Installation and Configuration2 minutes
Creating Database and Table in PostgreSQL5 minutes
Setting up PostgreSQL for SonarQube4 minutes
Code Analysis using SonarScanner4 minutes
Maven Installation and Sample POM Creation2 minutes
Project Analysis using Maven4 minutes
Sample Code Analysis on a Java Project5 minutes
Managing Quality Gates3 minutes
Examples of Quality Profiles (Java and other languages)5 minutes
Creating Quality Profiles and Adding Rules5 minutes
Sample Code Analysis with Custom Quality Profiles6 minutes

6 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Database Integration Best Practices for SonarQube10 minutes
Prerequisites for Installing SonarQube Community Edition10 minutes
Role of Build Tools (e.g., Maven) in Static Analysis10 minutes
Rule Management and Customization Strategy in SonarQube10 minutes
How GitHub Actions Enhance Automated Code Quality Checks10 minutes
Summary: Setting Up SonarQube and Running Code Analysis10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 48 minutes

Knowledge Check: Setting Up SonarQube and Running Code Analysis30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Installing and Configuring SonarQube6 minutes
Practice Quiz: Performing Code Analysis using Scanners6 minutes
Practice Quiz: Quality Profiles and Gates6 minutes

2 discussion promptsTotal 6 minutes

Deployment Challenges3 minutes
Creating Effective Quality Gates3 minutes

1 pluginTotal 10 minutes

Module 2 Checkpoint: Evaluating Your Ability to Perform Code Analysis in SonarQube10 minutes

This module covers advanced use cases such as integrating SonarQube with Git and GitHub Actions for automated code analysis. Learners will also manage user roles and permissions, ensuring secure and collaborative project environments.

What's included

7 videos5 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

7 videosTotal 36 minutes

Introduction to Git5 minutes
Adding a Project to Git Repository6 minutes
Setting up GitHub Actions for SonarQube4 minutes
Automating Code Analysis with GitHub Actions and SonarQube7 minutes
Permission Template in SonarQube4 minutes
Global Permission3 minutes
Managing Users, Groups, and Project Roles in SonarQube3 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

CI/CD Integration with Static Code Analysis10 minutes
How GitHub Actions Enhance Automated Code Quality Checks10 minutes
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in SonarQube10 minutes
User Authentication and Authorization10 minutes
Summary: Advanced Integration and Project Management10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes

Knowledge Check: Git Integration and Project Management30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Integrating Git and GitHub Actions6 minutes
Practice Quiz: User and Role Management in SonarQube6 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 3 minutes

Benefits of GitHub Actions with SonarQube3 minutes

1 pluginTotal 10 minutes

Module 3 Checkpoint: Reviewing Your Skills in Git Integration and Project Management in SonarQube10 minutes

The final module consolidates your learning through a practice project and graded assessment. You’ll apply the skills and concepts acquired throughout the course to real-world scenarios, demonstrating your ability to implement code quality analysis in real-world CI/CD pipelines.

What's included

1 video1 reading2 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

1 videoTotal 2 minutes

Course Summary2 minutes

1 readingTotal 60 minutes

Practice Project: Implementing Continuous Code Quality Inspection for a Fintech Platform Using SonarQube60 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 75 minutes

End Course Knowledge Check: SonarQube for Continuous Inspection and Code Review45 minutes
Implementing Scalable Code Quality Management with SonarQube in a Regulated Healthcare Project30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 3 minutes

Describe Your Learning Journey3 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Crisis at BrightSoft: Passing the Quality Gate15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

SonarQube is a static code analysis tool used to detect bugs, code smells, and security vulnerabilities in your codebase.

SonarQube supports many programming languages including Java, JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, TypeScript, and more.

Learner should have a basic knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.) and fundamental software development concepts like version control, debugging, and build tools.

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