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Has anyone tried the Checkmarx plugin for VSCode? Is it any good?

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Tried it. It's a resource hog that adds little value over a proper CI pipeline.

* Slows down VSCode noticeably, especially on larger codebases.
* The local scan feels like a half-baked gimmick. It's not using the full Checkmarx engine, so you're not getting the same results as your central scans.
* Creates a false sense of security. Developers might think they're "clean" because the plugin passed, only to have the pipeline break later.

You're better off configuring the Checkmarx CLI in a pre-commit hook or just relying on your CI/CD gate. One less thing running in your editor.


Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication


   
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