Every software testers needs to have the skills to do their job. Whether that be experience in tools, working in DevOps, or other technical skills there are basic requirements to do your role. Though they are often listed on job descriptions, the ability to work with others and communicate well are sometimes ignored for the […]
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The Attributes of a C-R-A-C-K Tester?
Understanding the skills of a great tetser September 29, 2021 The attributes of a C-R-A-C-K tester came to be as a response to a frequent question:“What do I look for in hiring a superstar tester on my team?” Often the context of this question had to do with people asking about what automation tools/skills are […]
Acing an interview in the new normal
The ‘new normal’ means many things to many people. In all walks of life, we have to re-learn how to do simple things, and that’s no different in business. One of the major changes many people have to contend with is the traditional interview process. How do we navigate interview etiquette when such an important […]
Preventing Burnout While Working in the Tech Industry
‘Preventing Burnout While Working in the Tech Industry’ is a talk given by Raj Subrameyer at EuroSTAR Online 2020. Raj is an international speaker, author, and tech career coach. He helps people in the industry find their dream job, and become successful leaders. Now, Raj has put together his tried and tested strategies in a […]
Why Speak at the EuroSTAR Conference
An experience talk from EuroSTAR 2020 speaker, Jorgen Lund: Speaking at a conference is a daunting task for most people. There are so many inner voices telling you why you can’t or shouldn’t do it. I want to be that outer voice, telling you why you CAN and why you SHOULD! My name is Jørgen. […]
A Different Me, Tom Chapman- The Lions Barber Collective
On the 10th of October, the whole world recognised World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is ‘Suicide Prevention’, as set by the World Federation for Mental Health. According to the World Health Organisation, every 40 seconds someone loses their life to suicide. More than 800,000 people die by suicide a year, making it the principal […]