As per a recent report found here, there are on average 250 applicants for every job… So I thought it might be useful to try and give some top tips to make your CV stand out from the crowd. Also including ways in which to demonstrate 4 traits that I look for in testers in […]
Focus less on the acceptance criteria
As testers, we absolutely need to focus less on the acceptance criteria. I recently watched/listened to Nicola Lindgrens chat with Ben Dowen (above), discussing testing beyond requirements. Needless to say, it struck so many chords with me. I was going to tweet about it, but thought, I have too much to say about this. 👀👀 […]
How to nail your Software Testing interview
Clearly, the ability to test is important when going for a testing role, but what else is important? And perhaps more importantly, how can you demonstrate it during the recruitment process so that you absolutely nail your Software Testing interview? Now, most people love a good mnemonic, and all people love good testers. Here I’m […]
Why “Safety Language” is so important in Software Testing
I’ve tested everything, there are no bugs 🐛🐛 Safety Language is so important in Software Testing. As testers, before getting ready for release we may get asked “Have you tested everything? Are there any bugs?” Or questions along these lines. Rightly but perhaps more wrongly, people look to us as testers for reassurances, and sometimes […]
Top tips for becoming a Senior QA Engineer
Note: This post was first published on LinkedIn and you can find it here. I often get asked about what it takes to become a Senior, and prompted by a recent tweet I saw it made me want to try and write out some of my thoughts here… Unsurprisingly, having worked with Stu C at […]