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In this episode of This Week in Testing, Demi van Malcot and Oleksandr Romanov uncover community stories, feature launches, and personal milestones that defined another busy week in the world of testing. Joined by Rosie Sherry, Emily OâConnor, Jesse Berkeley, and Sarah Byng, they explore how testers are making connections, shaping their careers, and finding new ways to contribute.
From discovering hidden features like Q&A stars and linking profiles, to preparing accessibility sessions and launching automation projects, the episode is packed with the small wins and big ideas that keep our community thriving. Youâll hear stories from recent in-person meetups, reflections on the value of sharing knowledge, and a conversation about building confidence to contributeâwhether itâs through a post, a talk, or a one-to-one chat. And as always, there are a few secrets sprinkled in too.
#CommunityStories
#TestingMeetups
#TestAutomation
#AccessibilityTesting
#CareerGrowth
#KnowledgeSharing
#CommunityFeatures
#ExpertGeneralist
#MinistryOfTesting
#TestingCareers
#PublicSpeaking
#ContributingToCommunity
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In this episode of This Week in Testing, Nataliia Burmei and Ben Dowen open the floor to a community conversation on how testers influence quality through everyday actions. Joined by Christine Pinto, Gary Hawkes, Preeti Gupta, Eamon Droko, and Demi Van Malcot, they share practical stories of leading without needing a leadership title.
From supporting remote teams and coaching others to introducing new ways of working and asking timely questions, the episode highlights how testers shape quality culture by stepping up and speaking out. Whether you're early in your career or already guiding teams, this discussion is full of insights on making a difference through action.
#QualityLeadership
#LeadWithQuality
#TestingLeadership
#QualityCulture
#ThisWeekInTesting
#MinistryOfTesting
#MoTCommunity
#QualityEngineering
#TechLeadership
#SoftwareTesting
#RiskBasedTesting
#TestingVisibility
#ShiftLeftTesting
#ContinuousImprovement
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In this episode of This Week in Testing, Simon Tomes and Judy Mosley explore how everyday experiences shape the way we test, from catching bugs with imperfect tests to drawing on real-life situations to improve quality. Theyâre joined by Mariem Safi, Preeti Gupta, and Emily O'Connor, who share honest stories about starting out, finding unexpected bugs, and preparing to speak in front of others with help from the community.
Alongside updates from the MoTaverse, the episode is a down-to-earth reminder that testers donât need to have it all sorted! It's just about being willing to get involved, ask questions, and figure things out when it counts.
#SoftwareTesting #QualityEngineering #TestingCommunity #CareerGrowth #PublicSpeaking #BugReporting #RealWorldTesting #ConfidenceInTesting #MoTaverse #TestBash #LearningThroughTesting #FirstTimeSpeakers #EverydayTesting #PeerSupport #TesterMindset
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In Episode 93 of This Week in Testing, hosts Simon Tomes and Demi Van Malcot are joined by contributors Preeti Gupta, Maneesh Maddala, Oleksandr Romanov, Gary Hawkes, and Daniel Billing to explore whatâs buzzing in the world of software testing.
From the surge in global testing meetups to the power of community photo memories, this episode dives deep into how testers connect, reflect, and grow together. We hear real-life stories about burnout, career development, and regaining confidence, plus a lively discussion about grey box testing, glossary-building, and the new âfollowâ feature in The MoTaverse.
Expect laughter, personal insight, and practical wisdom â from defining your testing identity to building a presence in the community and advocating for yourself in your QA career. Whether youâre new to testing or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.
Episode Keywords: software testing, QA careers, community building, Ministry of Testing, gray box testing, tester meetups, TestBash, burnout in tech, quality engineering, MOTAverse, podcast for testers, testing glossary, follow feature, tester networking
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âWhy are testers so good at delivering bad news?â
In Episode 92, we ask a question that hits close to home for many in the testing community: Why are testers so good at delivering bad news?
Simon Tomes was joined by contributors Christine Pinto, Aj Wilson, Ujjwal Kumar Singh, Lukas Lindinger, and Emily O'Connor, this episode dives into the emotional labour of quality work â from navigating difficult conversations to communicating risk, uncertainty, and inconvenient truths with care and clarity.
Expect open, thoughtful stories on:
The psychology of raising bugs and blockers
Balancing honesty with empathy
Building trust with developers and stakeholders
Managing reactions to âbad newsâ
Why testers often end up being the truth-tellers in the room
Itâs a grounded, community-led conversation full of personal insight, light moments, and shared experience â for software testers, QA engineers, and anyone whoâs had to say, âThis isnât quite ready⊠yet.â
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In episode 91 of This Week in Testing, we dive into a very meta but essential topic: how testers document the feedback they receive on their documentation. Hosted by Oleksandr Romanov and Demi Van Malcot, this episode features:
Judy Mosely
Lukas Lindinger
Gary Hawkes
Milan Kumar
Susanne Abdelrahman
We also explore the testerâs role as a quality coach, strategies for knowledge sharing, challenges in test automation (especially with tools like Playwright), and why documenting technical decisions matters. Plus, we celebrate community contributions, from writing first articles to supporting newcomers in open source.
Perfect for software testers, QA engineers, documentation writers, and anyone interested in quality practices, agile workflows, and continuous learning in software development.
đ Keywords: software testing, quality assurance, QA, documentation feedback, agile testing, test automation, Playwright, test strategy, QA community, Ministry of Testing, tester podcast, knowledge sharing, testing careers, open source testing.
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Rosie Sherry hosts her first solo session alongside Mariem Safi, diving into fresh takes on test management, the role of AI in testing, and why leadership in quality needs more attention. Community voices chime in from around the world; from micromanagement lessons to vibe coding skepticism and hallucinating AI agents. Plus, updates from TestBash, MoT meetups, job-hunting wisdom, and tools testers are experimenting with right now.
Tune in for real tester stories, sharp insights, and a candid take on whatâs shaping this week in testing.
Community voices in this episode were:
* Mariem Safi
* Rosie Sherry
* Selmen Ben Said
* Christine Pinto
* Emily O'Connor
* Olly Fairhill
* Mark O'Donnell
đ§ Available now on the Ministry of Testing Podcast â on all major platforms.
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#SoftwareTesting #QualityEngineering #TestingCareers #TestAutomation #QALeadership #TestingCommunity #CVTips #JobSearch #AgileTesting
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In Episode 89 of This Week in Testing, software testers, QA engineers, and quality leaders come together for an honest, energetic conversation about the realities of job searching, CV writing, and community support in todayâs tech industry.
Co-hosted by Simon Tomes and Ben Dowen, this voice-only roundtable features insights from:
Rosie SherryEamon DrokoEmily OâConnorOlly FairhillOleksandr RomanovThis episode is packed with actionable job-hunting advice, including:
How to write impact-focused QA CVs (not job description rewrites)Why visibility in the testing community opens career doorsBuilding personal portfolios and showing your thinking, not just your toolingNavigating layoffs and staying motivated through transitionsHow 99-second talks and local meetups are shaping the QA hiring landscapeItâs an empowering listen for testers in transition, quality coaches, and leaders supporting their teams through change.
đ§ Available now on the Ministry of Testing Podcast â on all major platforms.
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#SoftwareTesting #QualityEngineering #TestingCareers #TestAutomation #QALeadership #TestingCommunity #CVTips #JobSearch #AgileTesting
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This week in the MoTaverse, we welcome a first-time co-host as Nataliia Burmei joins Demi van Malcot to help unpack the latest updates in the world of software testing and quality engineering.
From rare atmospheric events to the rise of AI-powered agents, accessibility legislation, and the enduring mystery of "how many testers are there in the world?" â this episode is packed with reflections, insights, and a healthy bit of crowd-tested humour.
We also hear from voices across the testing community â including Christine Pinto, Javier Aguirre Flores, Sarah Byng, Ashutosh Mishra, Judy Mosley, and Gary Hawkes â as they share wins, roadblocks, and real-world strategies for communicating quality, managing test environments, and staying sane in the face of failing CI pipelines.
Thereâs even a shout about speaking nerves, conference talks, and a classic testing moment: âBut how are we going to test this?â (Yes, someone finally asked it in sprint planning.)
If youâve ever had to explain the value of testing, balance team buy-in, or simply survive flaky tests with a strong cup of tea, this oneâs for you.
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In Episode 87 of This Week in Testing, we celebrate a unique "breaking news" moment from within the Ministry of Testing community.
Hosted by Simon Tomes and Rosie Sherry, with guests Ben Dowen, Mariem SAFI, and Nataliia Burmei, this episode offers practical discussions for testers and quality engineers.
Key topics include:
Insights from the Katalon Testing Summit: why manual testing remains critical even as automation grows.A reframing of automation strategy: focusing on automating tasks rather than automating only tests.New Ministry of Testing initiatives, including MOT Profile Verification and the expanded Community Stars program.Practical advice for preparing and delivering technical talks, particularly for first-time speakers.Reflections on how task automation and continuous learning are reshaping career paths in testing and quality engineering.This episode also features a special "breaking news" moment, as we celebrate a new addition to the Ministry of Testing family â a joyful reminder that community growth isnât just professional, but personal too.
Listen in for practical insights on automation, professional development, and community innovation â all through the lens of real-world experiences from across the Ministry of Testing universe.
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Join This Week in Testing Ep 85 as we explore how MCP could power AI Agents, share highlights from SeleniumConf & London meetups, dive into vibe coding chaos, and spot Bugs along the way. Testing in space has never been this fun! đđ
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Join hosts Simon Tomes and Ben Dowen as they chat with Ujjwal Kumar Singh, Aj Wilson, Michael Close (in his first appearance!), and Judy Mosley about all things testing!
This weekâs conversation kicks off with space ducks and sound effects before diving into quality coaching, job titles that donât match the work, happy paths vs reality, and reasons to update a pull request template. Itâs full of thoughtful takes, shared experiences, and plenty of laughs along the way.
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Join hosts Demi Van Malcot and Simon Tomes as they explore pressing questions with Mariem Safi, Amandine Douguedroit, Maneesh Maddala, Emily O'Connor, and MoT founder/CEO Rosie Sherry. From hiring gaps to mentorship, frameworks, and tackling stressful work realities, this episode is packed with honest chat and community insights.
As one attendee put it, âItâs a dynamic, energizing session!â Dive into the conversation now via Ministry of Testing's Exclusive 'This Week in Testing' podcast
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Those on Stage:
Vivek T Maneesh MaddalaBen Dowen Jesse Berkeley Christine Pinto Demi Van Malcot -
Olly Fairhall Christine Pinto Tom GameDon Sharp
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Interviews:Diana Dromey â Event Producer at Ministry of Testing, shares thoughts on successful event planning.* Ashutosh Mishra & Danny Dainton â Discuss their experiences, key takeaways, and the amazing food!Rahul Parwal â Talks about launching his new AI-focused course, "Prompting for Testers", and the benefits of community learning.Jenna Charlton â Reflects on the importance of community connections and her journey with TestBash.Rosie Sherry â Founder and CEO of Ministry of Testing, shares advice for those looking to get more involved in the testing community.James Wadley â Talks about overcoming introversion and finding connections within the testing community.Hannah Reynolds â Introduces Women in Test, a community dedicated to supporting women in testing.Emily O'Connor â Shares her ambassador experience and the sense of community and support at TestBash.SĂ©rgio Freire â Represents X-ray, discussing the importance of meeting people and building relationships in-person.
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Those on Stage:
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Maithilee KothuriAlistair Goodall Suresh Murarishetty Oleksandr Romanov Ben Dowen Christine Pinto -
Those on Stage:
Neil Taylor Iziren ChimaOleksandr Romanov Paul Maxwell-Walters Maneesah Maddala Olly Fairhall - Näytä enemmän
