Code Reviewer, the only peer code review tool with support for multiple remote reviewers, automated audit trails, and custom reviewer checklists, has just been released by Smart Bear Software.

Austin, TX Dec 4, 2003 –- Code Reviewer, the only peer code review tool with support for multiple remote reviewers, automated audit trails, and custom reviewer checklists, has just been released by Smart Bear Software.

"Code Reviewer saved every developer thirty minutes a day," said Gerry Cullen, CEO of I.T. Watchdogs Inc. Code Reviewer automates the peer code review process so developers spend time looking at source code instead of managing the process itself.

Code Reviewer streamlines peer review. A developer requests a review of source code changes that are not yet checked into the version-control system. Proposed changes are sent to reviewers who can comment on individual lines of code and view previous versions of a file using a unique historical timeline interface. Software organizations can create checklists that reviewers use while examining proposed changes. Checklists reinforce company policies for style, comments, security, and proper handling of common errors. Reviews are returned to the original developer who can make additional changes and either request another review or check changes into version control with a single click.

Code Reviewer hosts all communication between developer and reviewer, creating an audit trail (including who, what, when, and where) stored in the version-control system alongside the changes themselves. Code Reviewer supports SourceSafe, Perforce, and CVS version-control systems.

Equipped with Code Reviewer, software organizations realize the benefits of peer review – bugs are found and fixed before they become expensive, company standards are enforced, and the resulting code is more maintainable.

Product Availability and Pricing
All Smart Bear Software products are available for trial-download and purchase online from http://www.codehistorian.com or via telephone at 512.257.1569. Code Reviewer is USD 49.95 or USD 74.95 for one year of upgrades and support (per seat). Bulk discounts are available.