AI Code Review Prompt | Find Bugs and Improve Code Quality
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AI Code Review - Find Bugs and Improvements

This prompt turns the AI into a senior code reviewer that checks your code for bugs, security holes, performance issues, and quality problems. Unlike a linter, it explains the 'why' behind each issue and gives you corrected code snippets. Ideal before merging a PR or shipping a feature.

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Please perform a thorough code review of the following code. I want you to act as a senior engineer. Context: - Language/Framework: - Purpose of this code: - Target audience: ``` ``` Please review for: 1. **Bugs and logic errors** - anything that would cause incorrect behavior or crashes 2. **Security vulnerabilities** - SQL injection, XSS, unvalidated input, exposed secrets, etc. 3. **Performance issues** - unnecessary loops, N+1 queries, memory leaks, blocking calls 4. **Code quality** - readability, naming conventions, duplication, overly complex logic 5. **Error handling** - missing try/catch, unhandled edge cases, poor error messages 6. **Best practices** - language-specific idioms, design patterns, SOLID principles where relevant For each issue: - Identify the specific line or section - Explain why it is a problem - Provide a corrected code snippet Finally, give an overall rating (1-10) and a summary of the most critical fixes.
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How to use this prompt

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Fill the slots

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Paste & send

Use it in ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Copilotly.

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Ask follow-ups

Drill into specific points: "Expand on #3" or "What about X?"

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Pro tips for better results

โœ“Specify the language and framework version - 'Python 3.11' gives better results than just 'Python'
โœ“Add context about what the code is supposed to do so the AI can catch logic errors, not just syntax issues
โœ“For large files, break the review into sections and run one function or class at a time for deeper analysis
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Why this prompt works

Most people write one-line prompts and get generic, surface-level AI responses. This prompt is engineered to produce expert-level output because it bakes in three principles that meaningfully shift response quality:

Role assignment

It tells the AI to act as a specific professional (a engineering & code expert), activating more relevant knowledge and shifting away from generic advice.

Structured output

It specifies the exact response format - numbered steps, comparisons, risk ratings - so you get organized, actionable answers instead of a wall of prose.

Context anchoring

The slots you just filled force the AI to ground every recommendation in your specific situation instead of defaulting to textbook advice.

For sharper output, use this prompt with Engineering Copilot - it already has engineering & code expertise built in and ships output in the format you expect.

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Works with every AI platform

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Frequently asked questions

What does the "AI Code Review - Find Bugs and Improvements" prompt do?
This prompt turns the AI into a senior code reviewer that checks your code for bugs, security holes, performance issues, and quality problems. Unlike a linter, it explains the 'why' behind each issue and gives you corrected code snippets. Ideal before merging a PR or shipping a feature.
Can I use this prompt with ChatGPT?
Yes. This prompt works with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and any other AI platform. For the best engineering & code results, use it with Copilotly's Engineering Copilot copilot, which has built-in domain expertise.
Is this prompt free?
Completely free. Fill the slots above, copy the result, and use it with any AI tool. No account required to read, fill, or copy prompts.
How do I customize this prompt?
Replace the highlighted placeholders inline above with your specific details. The more context you provide, the better the AI response. Switch to "Raw" mode in the top-bar to see the unfilled template.
What AI copilot is best for engineering & code prompts?
Copilotly's Engineering Copilot is purpose-built for engineering & code tasks. Unlike generic AI chatbots that hedge or refuse professional advice, Copilotly's copilots use domain-specific frameworks, terminology, and output formats.
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