What is Code Review?
Having other developers examine your code changes before they're merged
Why It Matters
Code reviews catch bugs, spread knowledge, and maintain code quality across the team
Real-World Example
A teammate suggesting a simpler approach to your solution during review
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Related Terms
Pull Request
A request to merge your code changes into the main project, allowing others to review first
Merge
Combining code changes from one branch into another
Git
A system that tracks every change to your code, letting you see history, undo mistakes, and collaborate with others
GitHub
A website where developers store, share, and collaborate on code using Git
Version Control
A system that records changes to files over time, allowing you to recall specific versions later
Branch
An independent line of development that lets you work on features without affecting the main code