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Developers often use `TODO` tags to mark areas in the code where additional work or improvements are needed but are not implemented immediately.
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However, these `TODO` tags sometimes get overlooked or forgotten, leading to incomplete or unfinished code.
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This rule aims to identify and address unattended `TODO` tags to ensure a clean and maintainable codebase.
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This description explores why this is a problem and how it can be fixed to improve the overall code quality.
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=== What is the potential impact?
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Unattended `TODO` tags in code can have significant implications for the development process and the overall codebase.
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Incomplete Functionality: When developers leave `TODO` tags without implementing the corresponding code, it results in incomplete functionality within the software.
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This can lead to unexpected behavior or missing features, adversely affecting the end-user experience.
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Missed Bug Fixes: If developers do not promptly address `TODO` tags, they might overlook critical bug fixes and security updates.
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Delayed bug fixes can result in more severe issues and increase the effort required to resolve them later.
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Impact on Collaboration: In team-based development environments, unattended `TODO` tags can hinder collaboration.
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Other team members might not be aware of the intended changes, leading to conflicts or redundant efforts in the codebase.
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Codebase Bloat: The accumulation of unattended `TODO` tags over time can clutter the codebase and make it difficult to distinguish between work in progress and completed code.
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This bloat can make it challenging to maintain an organized and efficient codebase.
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Addressing this code smell is essential to ensure a maintainable, readable, reliable codebase and promote effective collaboration among developers.
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