A successful career in QA is more than just technical expertise—it’s about leadership, communication, and continuous learning. In this category, we focus on career growth strategies for QA professionals, including skill development, mentorship, transitioning into leadership roles, and industry certifications. Learn how to position yourself for promotions, become a valuable asset to your team, and navigate the ever-changing landscape of software testing. Whether you’re looking to grow as a QA engineer or step into a leadership role, these articles will help guide your journey.
A practical guide to test automation for QA beginners. Learn which tools actually work (Playwright, Cypress, Selenium), what to automate vs. skip, how to write stable tests, and avoid common pitfalls. Includes real examples from actual projects, not theory.
Manual testing isn’t just a stepping stone to automation—it’s the foundation that makes automation effective. Learn why the best automation engineers master manual testing first, what actually deserves automation, and how to build the investigative mindset that separates good QA from great QA.
Discover the mindsets and soft skills that shaped my journey from junior tester to QA lead. From learning to think like a user advocate to mastering team collaboration, these are the real lessons that set successful testers apart, lessons I wish someone had shared with me on day one.
This post introduces essential QA tools, test plans, and practices crucial for QA professionals. It covers must-have tools like Jira and automation frameworks, illustrates the components of a test plan, and explains common practices such as smoke testing and bug triage. Mastering these basics is vital for a successful QA career.
Quality Assurance isn’t just about finding bugs—it’s a training ground for versatile tech careers. Learn why QA professionals develop systems thinking, translation skills, and user empathy that open doors to leadership, Scrum mastery, UX design, and development roles.
Table of Contents Introduction Balancing multiple roles in tech projects is no small feat. What’s even more challenging is when you find yourself wearing both the Product Manager (PM) and Head of QA hats. As a PM, your primary goal is to ensure that the project moves forward smoothly, meets deadlines, and satisfies stakeholders. Meanwhile, … Read more
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of Quality Assurance (QA) professionals has become more integral than ever. With the increasing complexity of tech products and services, QA professionals are tasked with ensuring that technology not only meets functional requirements but is also reliable, efficient, and user-friendly. As industries embrace Agile methodologies and continuous … Read more
The Perception Problem Quality Assurance (QA) often struggles with an identity crisis within companies. Many see QA as a “secondary” discipline, a support role that cleans up the mess instead of a key player in creating a quality product. To some, QA is a stepping stone rather than a career path. This mindset often overshadows … Read more
As the Head of Quality Assurance (QA) and Assistant Project Manager (PM), I’ve seen firsthand how the diverse traits of team members—whether rooted in psychological conditions, personality traits, or preferences—can play a pivotal role in fostering excellence within a QA team. In an ever-evolving digital landscape, understanding how to leverage these traits not only enhances … Read more
In the fast-paced, high-pressure world of software quality assurance (QA), where precision and problem-solving are paramount, gaming might seem like an indulgent distraction. However, it is far more than just a hobby—it’s a valuable tool that fosters teamwork, sharpens critical thinking, boosts creativity, and improves mental health. For QA professionals, who face complex challenges daily … Read more