Tests should be included in the same pull request as the code changes they test; this provides verification, eliminates risk, and guarantees no-fuss rollbacks.

Here are the slides and transcript for a talk I gave at a Meetup event on April 22 2025.

When a PR can’t be small, it’s on the author to keep it reviewable—because reviewable PRs lead to better code.

When approaching a code review, determine whether the pull request is reviewable before diving into the actual code.

Here are the slides and transcript for a talk I gave at a Meetup event.

For an effective and efficient code review, first focus on understanding the problem, gathering context, and ensuring basic functionality.

By sharing in-progress work, you can invite early feedback, integrate with CI tools, and foster trust and transparency within your team.

Early code reviews, when used thoughtfully and aided with clear communication, save time and improve team morale.

After I submit a PR for review, it remains my top priority until it's fully integrated into the codebase.

In this post, I share five key techniques that help make my PRs a pleasure to review.

Every software developer should establish their own definition of 'ready for review.' Doing so will help them produce high-quality output.