Impact of Manual Code Reviews on Software Development

Developer participation in code reviews is a cornerstone of software quality and team collaboration. According to industry surveys, around 76.4% of developers regularly engage in code reviews, with 68.8% valuing the process for its quality checks and knowledge sharing. However, nearly one-quarter still bypass this crucial step, potentially leaving vulnerabilities and code issues unchecked. In highly regulated sectors like finance and healthcare, participation nears 100%, driven by strict compliance and security demands. This post explores the state of code review practices across industries, the gaps in adoption and strategies to enhance developer involvement.