[Feature Request] Add Flow Analysis using Lightning Flow Scanner

[RubenHalman]

Is your feature request related to an issue that you encountered with Salesforce Code Analyzer?
Yes.

Describe the solution that you want:

In recent years, Salesforce Flows have emerged as powerful tools for building complex business processes with minimal code. These low-code solutions enable rapid development and customization, empowering admins and developers alike to create sophisticated workflows tailored to specific business requirements. While low-code solutions offer flexibility and agility, they also introduce unique challenges in terms of quality assurance and maintenance. Ensuring the robustness and efficiency of Salesforce Flows is paramount to the success of any Salesforce implementation. The Lightning Flow Scanner addresses this need by providing comprehensive analysis and identifying potential issues early in the development lifecycle. I would like to use the Lightning Flow Scanner as another engine, as it is capable of conducting static analysis on the metadata associated with Salesforce Lightning Flows, Process Builders, and Workflows.

Describe alternatives that you've considered:
N/A

Additional Context:
I am the original creator of Lightning Flow Scanner and I have been asked about this by several users and community members. I think it would be a valuable addition.

Workaround:
We can use the plugin individually, but it would be nice if it was included in Code Analyzer.

Urgency:

Nice to have.

[git2gus]

This issue has been linked to a new work item: W-15694645

[stephen-carter-at-sf]

@johnbelosf and our team are evaluating various flow linters/scanners to potentially be included with our next generation of Salesforce Code Analyzer sometime this year. We haven't made a decision yet, but will let you know if we decide whether or not to go with your Lightning Flow Scanner. Additionally, we are looking into the possible future enhancement of allowing outside authors to create their own engines to be plugged into the Salesforce Code Analyzer... but this is all just discussion right now as we are designing for the future. Will you keep you posted. Thanks.

[RubenHalman]

@stephen-carter-at-sf Thank you for considering the potential inclusion of our Lightning Flow Scanner in the next generation of the Salesforce Code Analyzer. We're eager to ensure that our solution aligns well with the goals and standards of the Analyzer. To that end, could you please provide insights into the criteria for eligibility? Understanding what considerations are taken into account would greatly assist us in tailoring our solution to meet your requirements effectively.

Additionally, while we're enthusiastic about our Lightning Flow Scanner, we're also interested in learning more about other solutions that may be under consideration. Could you share any information about alternative flow linters/scanners being evaluated for integration with the Salesforce Code Analyzer?

[johnbelosf]

hi @RubenHalman - I'd love to set up some time to discuss this further with you. Do you mind filling in this feedback form so I can get your contact details? Thank you