ast-grep
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| Fact | ast-grep | CodeCompass |
|---|---|---|
| Languages | The project says it supports 20+ languages and allows custom languages to be loaded. | The official site describes support for C, C++, and Java, with more languages planned. |
| Purpose | ast-grep is a fast, polyglot tool for structural code search, linting, and rewriting at scale. | CodeCompass is a pluginable code comprehension tool for large scale software. |
| Support | The project directs users with questions or issues to GitHub or Discord and also points to Stack Overflow and Reddit. | The project contact page invites questions by email at [email protected]. |
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Pick ast-grep if…
It suits developers who need syntax-aware search, linting, or bulk code changes across supported languages. Teams wanting advanced static-analysis information or one rule spanning multiple languages should note its stated limits.
Pick CodeCompass if…
CodeCompass suits developers who need to browse or analyze large source codebases through a web interface. Teams considering self-hosting can weigh its database options and documented authentication and SSL settings.