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Coverity Training



ABOUT


Coverity Training at devopsconsulting.in provides comprehensive instruction on using Coverity to enhance software quality through static code analysis. This training is designed to help participants understand and effectively utilize Coverity’s advanced features for detecting and managing code defects and vulnerabilities. The course covers the installation and configuration of Coverity, as well as its integration with various development environments and CI/CD pipelines. Participants will learn how to analyze static code analysis results, prioritize issues, and implement best practices for maintaining high-quality code. The training includes practical exercises to ensure hands-on experience with Coverity’s tools and reporting features, empowering professionals to integrate code quality analysis into their development workflows and drive continuous improvement in their software projects.


Optimally setting up, configuring and administering Coverity Connect server:

  • Installation | Upgrades
  • Version Control | Jira | Bugzilla Integration
  • LDAP | Kerberos | SMTP Integration
  • Projects/Streams
  • Triage stores
  • Components
  • Users | Groups | Permissions
  • Server clusters
  • Installation | Upgrades

Build Engineering | Analysis (Days 3 & 4)

Effectively integrating Coverity Analysis (CA) into your build environment:

  • Compiler configuration
  • Integration with your CI or nightly builds
  • Advanced build/analysis scenarios
  • Analysis and checker optimization
  • Function modeling
  • Central & Desktop analyses | IDE plugins
  • Troubleshooting
  • Best practices and tips

Coverity Essentials for Developers is a one Day training that covers how to effectively navigate, inspect and fix identified defects. The session also goes over the developer desktop analysis.

  • Quick filtering
  • Views/Advanced filtering
  • Examining issues
  • Events
  • Navigating issues
  • Inter-procedural issues
  • Breadcrumbs
  • CWE Integration
  • Issue instances / occurrences
  • Triaging Issues
  • Historical Audit Trail
  • Fast Desktop Analysis

Coverity Essentials for Managers is a 1 day training that covers the overall process to ensure effective deployment, adoption and ROI.

  • Managerial overview
  • What Coverity does and How
  • Common deployment scenarios
  • Workflow automation
  • Dashboards and policies
  • Adoption Maturity Process
  • Deployment stages

COURSE OBJECTIVES


The course objectives for Coverity Training at DevOpsConsulting.in are designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of how to utilize Coverity effectively within their development processes. By the end of the course, participants will have mastered the fundamentals of Coverity, including installation, configuration, and integration with CI/CD pipelines. They will be able to identify and resolve code defects and vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle, ensuring higher code quality and security. The training also focuses on customizing analysis processes to meet specific project needs, interpreting scan results, and managing defects efficiently. Additionally, participants will learn best practices for integrating Coverity into agile and DevOps workflows, automating code scans, and generating insightful reports and metrics to support continuous quality improvement and security compliance.

PRE-REQUISITES


Before enrolling in the Coverity Training at DevOpsConsulting.in, participants should meet certain pre-requisites to ensure they can fully benefit from the course. A basic understanding of software development processes and familiarity with programming languages such as Java, C/C++, or C# is essential. Participants should also have experience with version control systems like Git and a general understanding of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. Knowledge of static code analysis tools and concepts is beneficial, though not mandatory. Having access to a development environment where Coverity can be installed and configured is also recommended for hands-on practice during the training.


  • 1. Basic understanding of software development processes.
  • 2. Familiarity with programming languages like Java, C/C++, or C#.
  • 3. Experience with version control systems such as Git.
  • 4. General knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • 5. Basic understanding of static code analysis tools and concepts (optional but beneficial).
  • 6. Access to a development environment for installing and configuring Coverity.

FEATURES


The Coverity Training at DevOpsConsulting.in offers a range of features designed to provide a thorough and practical learning experience. The comprehensive curriculum covers everything from the basics of installation and configuration to advanced code analysis techniques, ensuring participants gain a deep understanding of Coverity. The training is hands-on, with practical exercises and real-world scenarios that allow participants to apply what they've learned directly to their work. Led by industry experts, the course emphasizes the integration of Coverity into existing CI/CD pipelines, ensuring continuous code quality. Additionally, the training is customizable to meet specific project needs, including the ability to tailor analysis settings and checkers. Interactive sessions, access to extensive resources, and a certification upon completion further enhance the learning experience. The course also provides ongoing support to help participants implement Coverity effectively in their projects, ensuring they can maintain high standards of code quality and security in their work.


AGENDA


The agenda for the Coverity Training at DevOpsConsulting.in is structured to provide a detailed and hands-on learning experience. Here's the breakdown:


Introduction and Setup

  • Introduction to Coverity: Overview of static code analysis and Coverity’s role in code quality.
  • Installation and Configuration: Step-by-step guide to setting up Coverity and integrating it with development tools.
  • Integration with CI/CD: Best practices for incorporating Coverity into continuous integration and deployment pipelines.

Core Features and Customization

  • Basic Analysis: Learning how to run and understand basic code analysis using Coverity.
  • Customizing Analysis: Techniques for adjusting analysis settings, creating custom checkers, and managing analysis profiles.
  • Interpreting Results: How to review and interpret Coverity scan results effectively.

Advanced Techniques and Best Practices

  • Advanced Code Analysis: Deep dive into advanced features and techniques for handling complex codebases.
  • Defect Management: Strategies for tracking, managing, and resolving defects identified by Coverity.
  • Reporting and Metrics: Generating and analyzing detailed reports and metrics to assess code quality.

Automation and Integration

  • Automating Scans: Setting up automated scans within CI/CD pipelines for continuous code quality checks.
  • Integration with DevOps Workflows: Best practices for integrating Coverity into agile and DevOps environments.
  • Real-World Applications: Applying Coverity in practical scenarios and projects, including troubleshooting common issues.

Review and Certification

  • Review Session: Recap of key concepts and hands-on practice.
  • Q&A and Troubleshooting: Addressing participant questions and resolving any remaining issues.
  • Certification Exam: Assessment to evaluate understanding and proficiency with Coverity.
  • Closing Remarks: Course wrap-up, feedback, and next steps for implementing Coverity effectively.