Build an IDE plugin that visually highlights technical debt hotspots in real-time based on code complexity metrics, helping teams prioritize refactoring.
As codebases grow, developers waste time manually identifying what needs attention.
Teams struggle to see where their codebase needs work at a glance.
Create a tool that overlays visual indicators (heatmaps, warning signs) directly in the editor.
Sell to engineering teams through per-seat licensing.
First version could integrate with a few basic metrics.
Risk: Requires deep IDE integration work.
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