Hierarchical Code Quality Evaluation Metrics

The patent divides the codebase evaluation into multiple hierarchical levels (package level, class level, method level), with each level having its own specific metrics and indicators. This segmentation allows targeted analysis at each level while maintaining the overall hierarchical structure, making it easier to identify design problems at specific levels without losing the organizational benefits of the hierarchy.

The patent introduces intermediate evaluation layers including metrics calculation, indicator determination, and index generation between the hierarchical structure and the final quality assessment. These intermediaries transform complex code data into meaningful quality indicators at each level, facilitating problem identification while preserving the hierarchical organization.

The patent implements level-specific metrics and indicators for each hierarchical level (package, class, method), allowing precise quality measurement at each level rather than applying a single evaluation method to the entire codebase. This segmentation enables accurate local assessment while maintaining hierarchical organization.

The patent adds a vertical evaluation dimension to the existing horizontal hierarchical structure by introducing multiple evaluation layers (metrics → indicators → indices) at each level. This multi-dimensional approach enhances measurement precision without disrupting the organizational hierarchy.