code review

A 'code review' is a collaborative practice in software development to improve code quality and ensure adherence to standards.

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Definition

C1Software Development

(technical)A process where developers examine source code to identify bugs, ensure adherence to coding standards, and improve overall quality.

Example

  • Before merging the new feature, it must undergo a code review to catch any potential issues.

C1Team Collaboration

(technical)An activity where team members review each other's code to share knowledge and ensure collective ownership of the codebase.

Example

  • Code reviews help team members learn from each other and maintain consistent coding practices.

C1Quality Assurance

(technical)A systematic examination of code to detect logical errors, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities.

Example

  • Conducting a code review can uncover security vulnerabilities that automated tests might miss.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "code review":

peer reviewunit testcomputer code