Automated Code Refactoring and Modernization with OpenRewrite
Build reusable recipes for scalable migrations, technical debt reduction, and code transformation
Created by Ansgar Schulte
Learn how to automate code refactoring and modernization using OpenRewrite. Discover how to use and build recipes that make large-scale code changes consistent and efficient. Move beyond manual updates and reduce technical debt with proven techniques for transforming Java codebases.
Packt | Sep 2026 | 178 min
What You Will Learn
You will start by running existing OpenRewrite recipes and understanding how code is represented and transformed. Step by step, you will learn to create your own recipes, work with semantic trees, and use visitors and cursors. Practical examples and best practices help you apply these skills to real Java projects and integrate them into your workflow.
Key Features
- Automate repetitive refactoring and code migrations with reusable OpenRewrite recipes
- Create both declarative and imperative recipes for custom code transformations
- Integrate automated refactoring into your existing Java build pipeline
Target Audience
This course is ideal for software developers and solution architects who want to streamline code modernization and reduce manual refactoring. If you are comfortable with Java and have access to a development environment, you will be able to follow along. No prior OpenRewrite experience is needed-just a desire to automate and improve your codebase.
