Slow code reviews are a common complaint among software developers due to various social and cultural factors. Identifying bottlenecks and optimizing the process through well-defined review guidelines, ownership, and iterative feedback can enhance code review times. Implementing review and revision SLOs, prioritizing code reviews, and using tools can further streamline the process and improve developer satisfaction. Encouraging manageable changes and recognizing the importance of cross-team reviews are also key strategies for improvement.
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Code Review TimeThe Social AspectsWhat to ImproveWhat Not To Improve (Directly)?How to ImproveImproving the Review SLORevision SLOConclusionSort: