Yes, you read it right. Work harder, not smarter? This sounds counter-intuitive considering there are tons of sound advice out there recommending us to work smarter, not harder. While I see the point of working smarter, I do see people under-estimate the value of "working harder". I see people rant the phrase ...
Continue reading5 minor but deadly mistakes in CV which make you ignored
In the last couple of weeks, I started to screen CV for a software tester position in my team. Interviewing/screening CV is not new to me. I have done that for several years and I can't remember how many CVs I reviewed. Screening CV is an interesting activity (and challenging of course) and I don't ...
Continue readingWhich is better: outsourcing or product company?
When it comes to select a company to work for, specifically in software development or software testing, this is one of the most asked questions: Which is better: Outsourcing or Product company? To be honest, I don't think it's a good question.
Continue readingWhat are the guidelines for testing a software for beginners?
Note: This is guest post from Stella - Content Writer and Digital Marketing Analyst at Indium Software testing refers to a technique in which an application or software is tested before launching in the market to ensure that it is free from all errors ...
Continue readingHow Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) works in Waterfall, V-model and Agile?
As a Software Quality Engineer, I have been through many interviews in my early career and the most frequently asked question was about software testing life cycle. I tried to cram the answer but soon I realized that it is a very wider concept and I have to consider the complete picture before deciding what it actually is.
Continue readingState of Testing Report 2019: Ready to take survey (and download later)
Technology is changing everyday, so is testing. Needless to say, being successful in testing is getting more and more challenging. Being very good at test cases, bugs, test planing, test techniques, etc does not guarantee a success in your testing career. Don’t get ...
Continue readingHow to switch career to software testing even if you’re old or from non-IT background
I sometimes receive questions from readers asking how to get started in software testing. Most of them are from freshers or newly graduated. Particularly some of the questions come from those who would like to switch their careers to software testing when they are old or they are from non-IT background. Like this: and ...
Continue reading6 little tips to improve productivity in your office
Productivity. Eek. Even the word can sometimes give us hives. It’s not easy to stay focused in this day and age of social media and other distractions—but unless you’re the recipient of a trust fund, you likely have to work. And even more than that, you probably work in an office (hello, other ...
Continue reading7 common software testing activities you should know before you start
According to State of Testing report, software testing industry is growing like never before. It's not surprising that more and more people want to become a tester too. Testers also often send me emails sharing how much they are enjoying their journeys. I'm glad to hear that and happy for them. Unfortunately, I also see complaints from people that how much ...
Continue reading2017 Year In Review: a Failed Year
December is one of my favorite months of the year. It's not only because we have Christmas ( I don't believe in Santa Claus by the way :D) and New Year holiday but also a great time for me to sit back, see how have been doing this ...
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