Code Inspection

What is code Inspection?

Code Inspection is the most formal type of review, which is a kind of static testing to avoid the defect multiplication at a later stage.

The main purpose of code inspection is to find defects and it can also spot any process improvement if any.
An inspection report lists the findings, which include metrics that can be used to aid improvements to the process as well as correcting defects in the document under review.
Preparation before the meeting is essential, which includes reading of any source documents to ensure consistency.
Inspections are often led by a trained moderator, who is not the author of the code.
The inspection process is the most formal type of review based on rules and checklists and makes use of entry and exit criteria.
It usually involves peer examination of the code and each one has a defined set of roles.
After the meeting, a formal follow-up process is used to ensure that corrective action is completed in a timely manner.