Code Review Checklist Template

This template provides a comprehensive checklist for systematic code reviews, ensuring consistent quality standards and thorough evaluation of code submissions across different aspects of software development.

Sample Prompt

Create a code review checklist for a React application:
- Functionality: Does the code work as intended?
- Code quality: Is it readable, maintainable, and well-structured?
- Performance: Are there any performance bottlenecks?
- Security: Are there any security vulnerabilities?
- Testing: Is there adequate test coverage?
- Documentation: Is the code properly documented?

What This Template Covers

  • Functionality verification ensuring code meets requirements and works correctly
  • Code quality standards including readability, maintainability, and best practices
  • Performance considerations and optimization opportunities
  • Security assessment for vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
  • Testing adequacy with coverage and quality evaluation
  • Documentation completeness and accuracy review

Best Practices

  1. Use the checklist consistently for all code reviews to maintain standards
  2. Customize the checklist for different types of code and technologies
  3. Focus on high-impact items rather than trying to check everything superficially
  4. Provide specific examples when pointing out issues or violations
  5. Balance thoroughness with efficiency to avoid review bottlenecks
  6. Update the checklist based on lessons learned and new requirements
  7. Train team members on proper use of the checklist
  8. Track common issues to identify training and process improvement opportunities

When to Use This Template

  • Standardizing code review processes across teams
  • Training new team members on code review practices
  • Ensuring consistent quality standards for code submissions
  • Creating project-specific review criteria
  • Improving code review efficiency and effectiveness

The Script

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