Reviewing Developer Code
Understand what developers built. Review pull requests and code with confidence.
When developers implement your designs, they might add features, fix bugs, or optimize code. Copilot helps you understand their changes and provide thoughtful feedback.
How to Review Code
Read the PR Description
Developers will explain what changed. Read this first to understand the "why."
Look at the Changes
GitHub shows green (added) and red (removed) lines. Scan for anything that looks off.
Use Copilot to Understand
Highlight confusing code and right-click to "Explain This." Copilot breaks it down in simple language.
Ask Smart Questions
Use Copilot Chat to generate thoughtful questions: "Will this animation work on older phones?" or "How does this form validation work?"
Leave Feedback
Comment on the PR with specific feedback. Developers appreciate designers who understand the code!
Questions to Ask During Code Review
- Does this match the design I provided?
- Will this animation work on slow networks?
- How does this handle mobile screens?
- Is this accessible to screen readers?
- What happens if a user clicks this quickly twice?
Developers will respect you more when you understand their code. You'll spot bugs earlier, prevent rework, and build trust as a collaborative partner.