Google engineers often encounter stuck reviews, but it's manageable. Some reasons for stalled reviews include multiple solutions, unresponsive reviewers, shifted goals, or challenging feedback. Effective strategies include summarizing discussions, pushing back when necessary, leaning on reviewers for help, seeking second opinions, and knowing when to take a break or fork a project. Ultimately, the author is the main driver of their PR's success.
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Step Back and Summarize the DiscussionPushing BackLean on Reviewers for HelpGet a Second OpinionWhen to Give UpYou Are the Main Driver of Your PRSort: