Quick Tips: Vulture - Scan Python Projects for Dead Code
Plus pack repos into AI-ready context
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Vulture - Scan Python Projects for Dead Code
Problem
Dead code creates maintenance cost without adding value to the current workflow. However, asking an LLM to find dead code can be expensive and inconsistent.
It only sees the context you provide, may invent usage patterns that do not exist, and can return different cleanup suggestions for the same project.
Solution
Vulture scans your code locally with static analysis, so the same input produces the same findings without token cost.
You can use Vulture for the repeatable dead-code scan, then bring in an LLM for the refactor.
Repomix - Turn GitHub Repos into AI-Ready Context
Problem
You might want an AI assistant to scan a repo so it can understand how the files work together.
But without controlled context, it may read generated files, old tests, docs, or unrelated modules before reaching the code that matters.
Solution
Repomix turns the repo into a prepared context file with filtering, compression, and token counts.
You decide what gets packed before sending it to the AI, so the prompt stays focused and cheaper.
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