My Code Review Experience as a Junior Developer: What I Learned and How to Review as a Team?

A junior developer shares practical lessons learned from conducting code reviews, emphasizing the importance of mentorship over judgment. The guide covers essential aspects including maintaining a supportive tone, using the CEDAR feedback framework, and providing a comprehensive checklist covering design, functionality, complexity, naming, and performance. Key insights include using collaborative language ('we' instead of 'you'), explaining the reasoning behind every suggestion, and viewing code reviews as mutual learning opportunities that shape team culture.