The Art of Code Review: Be Kind, Be Clear, Be a Code Whisperer

Let’s face it: reviewing Pull Requests is the broccoli of development. You know it’s good for you, but it’s not always fun — unless you know how to spice it up and do it right. If you’ve ever dropped a passive-aggressive comment or gotten a soul-crushing “This doesn’t scale” on your PR, this article is for you. Being a good PR reviewer isn’t just about catching bugs. It’s about collaboration, clarity, empathy, and sometimes — yes — talking to your AI buddy, GitHub Copilot. Let’s dive into what makes a great reviewer and how not to be that person in code reviews. ✅ Best Practices for Being a Kickass Reviewer

Apr 16, 2025 - 14:59
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The Art of Code Review: Be Kind, Be Clear, Be a Code Whisperer

Let’s face it: reviewing Pull Requests is the broccoli of development. You know it’s good for you, but it’s not always fun — unless you know how to spice it up and do it right.

If you’ve ever dropped a passive-aggressive comment or gotten a soul-crushing “This doesn’t scale” on your PR, this article is for you.

Being a good PR reviewer isn’t just about catching bugs. It’s about collaboration, clarity, empathy, and sometimes — yes — talking to your AI buddy, GitHub Copilot. Let’s dive into what makes a great reviewer and how not to be that person in code reviews.

✅ Best Practices for Being a Kickass Reviewer