Code Review
A structured examination of a code change by someone other than its author.
Plain English
Another person checks the change before it merges.
In context
Code review improves correctness maintainability shared understanding and adherence to team standards.
Example
“Please request code review after the tests pass.”
When you'll hear this
- pull requests
- quality checks
- mentoring
Common misunderstanding
Code review is not a substitute for automated tests or clear ownership.
Also known as
peer review
Commonly used by
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Updated: 2026-08-25
