HowCanWeBecomeBetterTesters

How do we become better testers?

2 Questions:

2. How do we teach newbee testers?

• pair programming/testing

Real world example: 10 people in room, 2 people were being projected==

• mob programming

How do we become better testers when we are at the same level?=

• Join monthly meetups
• Get outside our comfort zone
• SpeakEasy free program for learning how to speak of conference

=What Qualities Makes a Good Tester

Analytical Thinking Curiosity Critical Thinking Being Organized Active Reading Fundamental Understanding of Systems (or Software Systems) Human Skills - Communication Skills Fast Learner Programming Software Architecture Domain Knowledge User Experience

Should people go directly from university to being a tester?

Do an internship Internships typically do not offer learning how to code Internships can help discover your true calling as a tester

So how do we become a better tester?

Explain project architecture Explain tools Internship program 3 months - focus mostly on testing knowledge Do some test automation Focus on a learning project, create a test, and then debrief with someone more knowledge Mentoring continues beyond the initial introduction Session-based testing Long process toward autonomy Domain knowledge can be critical