using-serena-symbols

What problem does it solve?

Serena provides precise, context-aware symbol analysis to replace unreliable grep-like searches, enabling developers to identify symbol definitions, usages, and cross-file relationships with accuracy.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Symbol discovery: Locate definitions across large codebases using LSP-powered insights.
• Cross-file tracing: Follow references and call relationships across modules and files.
• Code understanding: Build mental models of dependencies and symbol usage with contextual results.
• Use Case: When updating a function name, quickly locate all references and definitions to safely refactor.

Quick Start

Start by listing symbols in a file with get_symbols_overview, then drill into specific definitions with find_symbol and inspect references with find_referencing_symbols.