Ready to take your testing career to the next level? Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from industry leader Sapna Manjunath, QA Manager at Randstad USA, in her session “Accelerate your Testing Career Path in the Never-Ending Hurricane of Digital Transformation.” 
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If you couldn’t catch the session live, don’t worry! You can watch the recording here:
Here are some of the Q&As from this session:
How can testers adapt to rapidly evolving technologies and methodologies?
Sapna: Testers can adapt by staying current with industry trends through continuous learning and training. Embrace new tools and methodologies by experimenting and incorporating them into your workflow. Participate in relevant communities and conferences to keep up with advancements and share knowledge with peers.
What are some common challenges testers face during digital transformation, and how can they be overcome?
Sapna: Common challenges include adapting to new tools, processes, and technologies. Overcome these by providing training and resources to the team, ensuring clear communication about changes, and implementing a gradual transition plan. Foster a culture of flexibility and continuous learning to help the team adjust to new practices.
How can QA professionals effectively communicate their career aspirations and development needs to their managers?
Sapna: QA professionals should have clear, specific career goals and development needs. Schedule regular one-on-one meetings with managers to discuss these goals, present a plan for achieving them, and seek feedback. Demonstrate how meeting these aspirations aligns with team and organizational objectives.
What strategies can be employed to overcome common challenges and uncertainties in advancing a QA career amidst constant technological changes?
Sapna: Focus on continuous skill development and staying up-to-date with industry trends. Network with other professionals to share insights and advice. Seek mentorship and guidance from experienced peers or supervisors. Embrace flexibility and be open to learning new technologies and methodologies as they emerge.
How can I work effectively with third-party QA teams or build a strong QA team in my organization?
Sapna: To work effectively with third-party QA teams, establish clear communication channels, set expectations, and define roles and responsibilities. For building a strong in-house QA team, focus on hiring skilled professionals, providing ongoing training, and fostering a collaborative team environment. Regularly review team performance and provide feedback to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Now, let’s see some of the unanswered questions popped up by the attendees.
What strategies can testers adopt to embrace automation and AI while maintaining a focus on quality?
How can a QA professional effectively navigate the career path from manual testing to more specialized roles like automation or performance testing?
What’s your advice for catch 22 situations for testers? Having Automation skills with no experience and employers are not interested! Not located in EU and wanna join in EU market companies and so on… Thank you
How can employees effectively align their personal career growth with the evolving goals of an organization undergoing constant change?
What are some key factors to consider when defining a career path in QA, especially given the diverse roles available such as SDET, Performance Testing Specialist, or QA Manager?
How do we evolve In the industry without burning out
What role does adaptability play in achieving career growth when faced with frequent organizational changes?
Does AI is must for QA to learn in future?
All business going through digital transformation, how to keep upskilled to meet the demand of new technologies ?
What new skills or tools should testers focus on to stay relevant in a digital-first world?
Are there specific tools or frameworks that are particularly useful in the current digital environment?
How can testers effectively adapt to the rapid changes brought by digital transformation in their organizations?
How a myth can be broken that QA doesnt do coding and their role is not productive
