A common conceptual model for clone detection results

摘要

As the field of code clone research grows, the continuing problem of interoperability between code clone detection and analysis tools grows with it. As a step toward solving this problem, this paper presents a draft proposal for a generic model of code clone detection results. Using an online wiki, we hope to generate discussion and solidify a shared understanding of the core concepts of the problem domain, enabling us to ultimately develop a generic data exchange format.