Steps to form a covalent bond?

Answer 1

In valence bond theory the steps include hybridisation followed by the formation of resonanace forms which are then assumed to form an overall resonance hybrid bonds.

Answer 2

To form a covalent bond, two atoms share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration. This sharing creates overlap of electron orbitals between the atoms, forming a molecular orbital. The shared electrons are attracted to the nuclei of both atoms, creating a strong bond.