CodeRush

Run CodeRush Code Analysis on the legacy project.

Identify synchronous IO-bound methods.

Use the 'Convert to Async' refactoring tool.

Propagate async changes up the call stack automatically.

Verify with the integrated Unit Test Runner.

Write a method signature in the source file.

Use 'Ctrl+.' to trigger the AI Test Generator.

Select the desired test framework (e.g., xUnit).

Run tests instantly in the background via CodeRush Test Runner.

Refactor code based on failing tests with instant visual feedback.

Define a 'Code Cleanup' profile in CodeRush Options.

Export settings to the project repository.

Apply the profile to the entire solution on-demand.

Fix naming violations and unused imports automatically.

Commit clean code to the repository.

Set a breakpoint at the start of the logic block.

Enable CodeRush Debug Visualizer.

Step through the code while watching the visual overlays on 'if' statements.

Observe which branches evaluate to true/false in real-time.

Identify the logic error without opening the 'Locals' window.

Type the 'dp' shortcut in a XAML-related C# file.

Press Tab to expand the template.

Fill in the property name and type.

CodeRush generates the full DependencyProperty registration.

Use 'Go to Definition' to navigate back to the XAML view instantly.