on-the-spot code inspection

noun phrase
UK /ɒn ðə spɒt kəʊd ɪnˈspekʃən/
US /ɑːn ðə spɑːt koʊd ɪnˈspekʃən/

A quick check of computer code done right away, without waiting.

The teacher did an on-the-spot code inspection to make sure our game worked.

SYNONYMS

immediate code reviewinstant code checkreal-time code inspectionprompt code examination

RELATED WORDS

code reviewdebuggingquality checkprogrammingsoftware testing

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A surprise check of code during a live coding session.

During the hackathon, judges performed an on-the-spot code inspection of each team's project.

3. Checking code as soon as it is written, before it is saved or shared.

The new tool allows on-the-spot code inspection so bugs are caught instantly.

4. A quick look at code to find mistakes without a full formal review.

The manager did an on-the-spot code inspection and spotted a missing bracket.