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New and intermediate coders produce code that works but is poorly organized, hard to read, and buggy. Current solutions (e.g., IDE linters, static checkers, or autoformatters) fix syntax and style but don't instruct why changes matter. Students and junior developers continue to replicate poor practices, leading to technical debt and extended development into professional-level coding. CQE+OST is an intelligent coding guide that automatically enhances raw code into readable, high-performance, and easy-to-maintain code and acts as an on-screen teacher. It marks errors, reformats the code nicely, and comments each fix in simple words. It is a code reviewer/mentor combination. Code Quality Enhancer (CQE): Sanitizes and optimizes submitted code. Fixes bugs, name conflicts, and inefficiencies. Imposes best practices on the target language. On-Screen Teacher (OST): Illustrates side-by-side comparison: original to improved. Annotates changes with reasons ("Renamed variable for clarity," "Used iteration instead of recursion to prevent stack overflow," etc.). Recommends further learning materials (docs, tutorials). Audience : Students & Self-learners: Don't only learn what works, but why. Universities & Bootcamps: Supplement instruction with personalized feedback. Junior Developers: Get real-time mentorship without flooding senior engineers. To be noted : Unlike IDE linters (which report issues but don't explain solutions). More effective than AI code generation tools (which offer solutions but not education). It bridges the gap between functional code and professional code allowing millions of students to build sustainable coding habits. It not only writes better code, but it also develops the thinking that goes into building good software. The Code Quality Enhancer + On-Screen Teacher (CQE+OST) needs a web-based application with a frontend (React + Monaco Editor) to paste/upload code and see side-by-side original and improved versions. The backend is based on language-specific linters/parsers (e.g., clang-tidy for C, pylint for Python) combined with an AI-based layer to provide human-like explanations of the improvements. A sandboxed development environment (Docker) provides secure code analysis, while a PostgreSQL database holds submissions, refactored code, and annotations. Automated refactoring, style and efficiency corrections, and annotated feedback suitable for beginners are core functionalities.

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  • Great idea! Adding real-time collaboration features could make this even more valuable for students working in teams.
  • This is a strong idea , it goes beyond linters by not just fixing code but also teaching why the changes matter. CQE+OST has clear value for students and junior devs, combining mentorship with automation in a way that can build lasting coding habits.
  • the core idea of starting with a platform for learning rather than providing solutions in itself is amazing. More so having something like this initiative while learning is an insane help. Learning by doing has just got an update where neither are compensated like it happens in most cases. As a student myself I would love to have something like this by my side.
  • Good idea that addresses a real gap: beginners write code that works but don’t learn best practices. Unlike linters that only flag issues, your tool explains fixes and shows side-by-side comparisons, making it educational. The challenge is keeping explanations simple yet accurate, but if done well, it could help students and junior developers build lasting good habits.
  • I like the educational approach of CQE+OST, turning raw code into readable, maintainable solutions while teaching best practices. My only concern is ensuring the system remains responsive when analyzing large codebases or multiple languages, but the concept of a real-time mentor embedded in a tool is very promising.
  • This is a fantastic idea. The best part is the On-Screen Teacher (OST): it doesn’t just fix code, it teaches why. That transforms raw learners into thoughtful developers, building habits that last far beyond a single project.
  • Solid concept. The CQE+OST tool really helps clean up messy code and makes learning smoother with its real-time feedback and visual teaching. Overall a game-changer for new devs.
  • CQE+OST is a game-changer that not only cleans and optimizes code but also teaches why, turning beginners into confident, professional coders. With its side-by-side fixes and clear explanations, it’s like having a personal coding mentor on screen!
  • CQE+OST is more than a code tool it’s an educational partner that transforms messy, functional code into clean, professional-grade solutions while teaching why the changes matter. By merging automated refactoring with natural, human like feedback, it holds the potential to reshape how coding is taught and practiced, making it a powerful ally for both learners and educators.
  • This is a fantastic idea that addresses a real gap in coding education! Many tools fix code but don’t teach the reasoning behind improvements, and CQE+OST’s combination of correction and explanation could really help students and junior developers build better habits. Helping developers understand why code improvements matter will build stronger skills and better software in the long run. It’s a smart, practical, and empowering tool that could transform how coding is taught and learned!
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