The Secret Skill on Your QA Resume

Welcome to the 172nd edition of Coding Jag, presented by LambdaTest!

Beyond the conventional checklist of technical skills on your QA resume lies a hidden gem—"The Secret Skill." It's not just about defect detection; it's about showcasing what makes you exceptional. This edition unveils strategies to amplify your resume, bringing attention to the distinctive value you contribute to the ever-evolving realm of quality assurance. Dive in to discover the undercover skill that has the potential to elevate your testing journey!

As we wrap up the year, we extend our sincere thanks to all our readers for their support. Looking forward to another year of sharing insights and trends. Cheers to a fantastic year ahead! 🎉

News

1.  What is Regression Testing: Definition, Types, Examples

Devansh Bhardwaj explores regression testing’s critical role in maintaining software stability covering its importance , timing, advantages, challenges, and best practices. With practical examples, he emphasizes its crucial role in ensuring existing functionalities remain unaffected by code changes in the software development lifecycle.

2. How Testers Help Developers Elevate Their Productivity

Drawing from personal experiences, Dennis Martinez explores the symbiotic relationship, emphasizing how effective testing processes enhance feedback loops, provide a safety net for code maintenance, and ensure a proactive approach to system quality. He further sheds light on the crucial collaboration between testers and developers, debunking the notion of testers hindering progress. 

3. Testers – Don’t Wait to be Asked for Info

Callum Akehurst-Ryan advocates proactive communication for testers, urging them to share essential information with development teams. The article highlights key elements such as coverage, quality narratives, potential issues, and progress updates, emphasizing testers' crucial role in shaping effective quality communication within the project.

4. Security Testing Tips For GPT Usage For Programming

Venkat Ramakrishnan addresses security concerns with GPT in programming, emphasizing the importance of security in design and code. The article highlights creating awareness, security policies, and adherence to secure-by-design principles. The author advises caution with recommended libraries, suggesting integration of OWASP Top 10 for LLMs as a security guide.

5. The Secret Skill on Your QA Resume

Gregory Paciga talks about the crucial skill often overlooked on QA resumes: the ability to be concise. Emphasizing the importance of avoiding repetition and unnecessary details, the article provides tips for creating resumes that showcase unique contributions, focusing on what differentiates the candidate. The author, not explicitly mentioned, offers insights into efficient resume writing for testers and quality engineers.

Performance

6. [Part 4] Preparing for Success: A Startup’s Infrastructure Performance Optimization Journey

In Part 4 of his article series on his journey with OwnID,  Daniel Idlis details how the team optimized a startup's infrastructure, focusing on Kubernetes resources and eliminating external variables. The result: improved performance, 30% reduced cloud costs, and successful onboarding for a new client. Key takeaways include goal-setting, proactive analysis, and efficient testing practices.

Automation

7. API exploratory testing: an opportunity to improve your API testing

Discover how API exploratory testing can enhance your testing strategy in Anne-Laure Gaillard 's insightful article. Learn how ManoMano adopted exploratory testing for its microservices architecture, uncovering undocumented behaviors and detecting bugs. The team's journey, including the integration of Postman's AI Assistant, Postbot, showcases innovation and user-focused testing practices.

8. API Contract Testing on Frontend with Playwright

Andrey Enin explores the fusion of contract testing and end-to-end testing using Playwright. Unraveling a pragmatic approach for validating frontend API interactions, he navigates scenarios with business requirements and third-party APIs. With clear examples and insights, he presents a comprehensive guide on seamlessly incorporating contract testing into holistic end-to-end testing practices.

9. Exploring Cypress Latest Version13 with BDD/Cucumber & POM

Kailash Pathak offers a guide on integrating Cypress v13 with Cucumber and the Page Object Model (POM). Navigating post version 10 changes, Pathak demonstrates techniques for seamless merging of Cucumber/BDD with Cypress. The tutorial emphasizes the powerful synergy between Cypress and Cucumber, enhancing test automation efficiency with a user-friendly approach and the Page Object Model.

10. How to Find Element by Text in Selenium C#

In this Selenium C# tutorial, 💻Andreea D. explores finding elements by text, emphasizing its advantages. Using real-world examples, the tutorial guides users in locating elements based on text content for dynamic web applications. It highlights the use of Developer Tools to inspect elements, build XPaths, and execute tests seamlessly, offering valuable insights for efficient Selenium automation in C#.

Tools

11. The Ultimate Automation Framework Guide: Language and Tools Selection - Part II

In Part II of "The Ultimate Automation Framework Guide," delve into crucial factors for choosing automation languages (Java, Python, and JavaScript). Considerations include team expertise, project requirements, ecosystem support, integration capabilities, scalability, and community support. The guide also introduces key testing libraries such as Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured, and WebdriverIO, showcasing their roles in constructing a robust QA automation framework.

12. Making E2E Tests Harder, Better, Faster, and Stronger

Ben Hammond shares insights on optimizing end-to-end (E2E) testing with Playwright. He addresses setup challenges, emphasizes testing deployed production builds for robustness, and highlights improved reporting for a better developer experience. The transition results in faster test runs, leveraging real production environments. The article concludes with plans to enhance test coverage and optimize testing processes further.

Other

13. Podcast: Do We Need Managers? 

In Episode 95 of the Testing Peers podcast, hosts Chris, David, Simon, and Russell delve into a thought-provoking discussion on the necessity of managers in the workplace. They explore the evolving role of managers, considering the varied needs across different companies. Simon reflects on the relevance of a blog post he wrote years ago, sparking a conversation about the changing dynamics and continued significance of managerial roles in today's work environment.

14. Video: How To Use Cypress Viewport For Responsive Testing | Cypress Advanced Tutorial

Master Cypress viewport with this tutorial by 🕵Ioan S. , Cypress Ambassador, and Lead QA at blu BEYOND GmbH. Explore Cypress's built-in commands for precise responsive testing, ensuring optimal user experiences across diverse device viewports. Whether testing on mobile or desktop, this guide helps beginners seamlessly integrate viewport testing into their Cypress automation workflow.

Events 

15. Event: Spartans Summit 2024

Immerse yourself in the testing world at Spartans Summit 2024 on February 6th. This free online event gathers testing enthusiasts and experts, LambdaTest Spartans, to share insights, discuss industry trends, and shape the future of testing. Don't miss this unique opportunity for networking, knowledge-sharing, and innovation. Register now to join the confluence of testing titans.

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