TABLE OF CONTENTS

^{Highlights if you are in a hurry} 🏃 

^{5 Mistakes I Made as a Tester That You Don’t Have To}

Learn from common testing mistakes to improve your own testing process.

^{6 Best Practices for Rock-Solid Frontend Component Testing}

Strengthen your frontend testing with these essential best practices.

^{Key Differences Between Smoke Testing and Regression Testing}

Understand the fundamental differences between smoke and regression testing.

^{Bridging the Gap: How Developers and Testers Can Align on Testing Goals}

Discover strategies for better collaboration between developers and testers.

^{What’s New in WebdriverIO v9: Key Features & Updates for 2024}

Explore the latest features and updates in WebdriverIO v9.

In this article, I share five critical mistakes I made as a tester so you can avoid them. From overlooking edge cases to miscommunication with developers, these lessons offer valuable insights that can enhance your testing efficiency and accuracy. Don’t repeat the same errors—discover how to navigate common pitfalls in your testing career...............……..

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This article outlines six crucial best practices to ensure your frontend components are robust and reliable. From leveraging test automation to implementing snapshot testing, these strategies help you build a more resilient frontend. Enhance your component testing approach and reduce bugs in production with these tried-and-true methods................……..

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This article breaks down the key distinctions between smoke testing and regression testing, helping you apply each approach more effectively. While smoke testing focuses on the initial stability of a build, regression testing ensures that new changes haven't introduced any new defects. Knowing when and how to use these tests is crucial for maintaining software quality.............…….

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Effective collaboration between developers and testers is essential for successful software development. This article explores practical strategies to align testing goals, improve communication, and foster a culture of mutual respect and understanding. By bridging the gap between these roles, teams can deliver higher-quality software with fewer bottlenecks........……..

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WebdriverIO v9 introduces several exciting new features and enhancements for 2024. This article highlights the key updates, including improved debugging tools, enhanced cross-browser support, and new plugin integrations. Stay ahead of the curve by understanding how these updates can optimize your testing workflows and elevate your automation capabilities...........……..

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Tweeting the Latest in Test - Our Newsletter Roundup of Top Tech Tweet 😀 

Here is a interesting thread for you trending on twitter for #testing on Playwright vs Selenium : What’s the difference?

Testing Takes LinkedIn by Storm: The Latest Posts and Insights from Top Testing Professionals 🤪 

Here is a link to interesting LinkedIn Post on API Gateway post #testing #sdet #testautomation #automation #career…

GitHub Gems: Curated Collection of Cool Repos for Testers and Tech Enthusiasts 📚️ 

Here is a curated list of GitHub repos which you might be interested to have a look on :

1. Hurl: - A tool for running and testing HTTP requests with plain text. It's perfect for integration testing and has gained popularity in the automation community for its simplicity and effectiveness. - Link

2. Vitest: - A next-generation testing framework powered by Vite, optimized for both unit and end-to-end testing with fast and reliable performance. - Link

Job Radar 🧑‍💼 

Testing Opportunities Galore!

• Hyderabad:

  • New Relic is hiring Senior Software Engineer- [Exp- 5+ yrs]

  • Astronomer is hiring for Senior SDET (Python) -[Exp- 6+ yrs]

  • CrowdStrike is hiring for Engineer III End-to-End SDET - [Exp- 8+yrs]

• Bengaluru:

  • Qualcomm is hiring for ML Test and Automation Engineer - [Exp - 2+ years]

  • Walmart is hiring for Software Engineer III(SDET-Cypress automation)- [Exp - 3+ years]

  • Autodesk is hiring for Sr. SDET -[Exp - 6+ years]

Testing Academy's Latest Insights! 🎙️ 

• In this video, we dive into the potential earnings of a QA Tester, exploring the factors that influence salary, including experience, location, and industry demand. We break down average salaries, entry-level earnings, and opportunities for growth within the QA field. Whether you're considering a career in QA or looking to advance, this video offers valuable insights into how much you can actually earn as a QA Tester. - Link

• In this video, you'll discover five powerful prompts designed to enhance your LinkedIn presence and boost engagement. These prompts will help you create content that resonates with your audience, establish thought leadership, and expand your professional network. Whether you're looking to share insights, showcase achievements, or spark meaningful conversations, these strategies will empower you to grow your influence on LinkedIn. - Link