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Want to be a Quality Engineer? Better start as a tester… or so 51% of the community says. 🤨 But is that really the rule? Read & debate! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/testing-trends/exploring-the-software-testing-career-path-towards-quality-engineering #TestingTrends #QualityEngineering

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Tool of the Week: Kiuwan What: A powerful app security tool for SAST & SCA. Who: Perfect for devs & security teams. Where: https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-tools/kiuwan Why: Detect & fix vulnerabilities, ensure compliance. #AppSec #SAST #SCA #DevSecOps 🚀

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The MoTaverse dropped 4 articles this Feb! Learn Chrome DevTools testing tricks, master bug bashes, get inspired by the MoT Athens meetup, and discover how teams can test without handover docs. 📖 Read now! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/articles p.s Look at that fantastic artwork 🖼️ 👀

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "Generally speaking, risks are the reason that we, as quality professionals, get paid." — Beren Van Daele.

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Lost in testing jargon? The MoT Glossary makes key terms clear, sharp, and unforgettable. Check it out, sharpen your knowledge and add your own definition. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-glossary

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How often do unclear requirements halt projects? Module 8 of the MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate reveals the realities of gathering and clarifying requirements. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/certifications/mot-software-testing-essentials-certificate

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. I am making assumptions of things that I expect to be on this web page based on other web stores I’ve used, like Amazon or buying tickets or food delivery. — Lena Nyström.

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Browser test automation frameworks play a key role in web application tests. These frameworks need to be user-friendly, feature rich and reliable. But how can we do that? - Dobrin Visariev answers.

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This is your 4:04 reminder for The Testing Planet. Join us for a virtual mini conference on Exploring Systems Thinking. 👇 www.crowdcast.io/c/ttp09-syst...

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This is your 4:04 reminder for The Testing Planet. Join us for a virtual mini conference on Exploring Systems Thinking. 👇 www.crowdcast.io/c/ttp09-syst...

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You can now expand the MoTaverse by adding interests to your MoT Profile. The real question is, how will you put this feature to the test? 🤭

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"The possibilities of Systems Thinking" is a great initiative from @ministryoftesting.com. I am excited to be part of it. I recommend everyone to tune it and join us!

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The shift is real—79% of testers now identify as Quality Engineers! 🌍 Is this just a title change, or does it reflect the evolution of our profession? Where do you stand? #TestingTrends https://www.ministryoftesting.com/testing-trends/80-of-people-like-us-identify-as-quality-engineers

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "Oracles could be anything that you could use to get information or insight." — Lena Nyström.

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"Imagine a tool that learns from your app’s real-world traffic and turns it into ready-to-run tests…” Watch Making regression testing a breeze with AI, by Animesh Pathak in this 404 Talk. Now live on The MoTaverse! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/talks/making-regression-testing-a-breeze-with-ai

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Welcome to the MoTaverse—where testers gather, bugs lurk, and quality leads. 🌌 But getting there isn’t easy. You’ll dodge flaky tests, navigate the CI/CD asteroid belt, and hope to navigate the dreaded deployment black hole. Pack your wits, watch out for bugs 🐛, and enter at your own risk.

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It’s here!! The recording of the MoT London Meetup session: AI vs testers? Friend or foe? Hosted by Robbie Falck with Gomathi Ramalingam, Gary Parker, Gek Teo and Andrew Fullen

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "This is something that I see a lot, and it's a requirement that is impossible to test." — Lena Nyström.

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Stuart Thomas 4th 404 Talks answers: How are teams approaching Quality Engineering? Plus, a dive into DORA metrics and their role in driving high-performing teams. Now available on the MoTaverse! 🪐 https://www.ministryoftesting.com/talks/how-are-teams-approaching-quality-engineering

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The power of collaboration in cross-functional software delivery teams with Sam Farndale and Gina Chelton has just been added to The MoTaverse!

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How does systems thinking support testing efforts? Seek help and advice from the testing, QA and quality engineering community and join events to enhance your career. Read this week's MoT Weekly. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/newsletter/systems-thinking-community-linking-mot-weekly-issue-506

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The Testing Planet News 09 On Feb 27 at 14:00 GMT, Simon Tomes, Mike Harris, Rachel Kibler & Sarah Byng bring you the latest testing insights, exploring community takes on systems thinking. Don’t miss this news blast! Crowdcast link 📺 : https://www.crowdcast.io/c/ttp09-systems-thinking

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "The thing that’s really great about finding bugs is when someone else knows and helps decide if it gets fixed or if they will fix it." — Elizabeth Zagroba.

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404 Talk Just Added: Stuart Thomas: How is Quality Engineering different from testing? It’s not just about execution; it’s about enabling teams to build better, faster. Now available on the MoTaverse! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/talks/how-is-quality-engineering-different-from-testing

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15-20% of web users have cognitive disabilities—are we designing for them? From AI that misses the mark to security risks in URL shorteners, quality is more than just testing. Read more: Testing Trends #5 ⬇️

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Tool of the Week: Kusho.ai is for testers and QA pros. It uses AI to streamline test planning, automate insights, and boost bug detection—perfect for tackling complex testing challenges. Discover more: https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-tools/kusho-ai

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The Possibilities of Systems Thinking: The Testing Planet 🪐 📺 On Feb 27 at 14:00 GMT, join Nithin SS, Karime Salomon, Gwen Diagram & Hibri Marzook as they explore how systems thinking reshapes testing, teams & traps to avoid. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/events/the-testing-planet-episode-nine

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "What’s important to the project? What’s going wrong? And is our testing focused on the stuff that’s important?" — Beren Van Daele.

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Who says testing can't be a party? Discover many ways to get involved with the testing, QA and quality engineering community. Read it all in this week's MoT Weekly.

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Why can "better testing" lead to worse quality? On Feb 27 at 14:00 GMT, explore how systems thinking reveals hidden connections with Elisabeth Hendrickson's 'Work as Designed' on The Testing Planet ep 9. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/news/expand-your-testing-universe-with-systems-thinking

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "Figure out what people care about, what they don’t want to happen, and make sure your testing is focused on that and how you're adding value." — Beren Van Daele.

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Episode 1 of Software Testing LiveWe is now live with @fullsnacktester.com + @parwalrahul.bsky.social 👏 Join us, don't miss out!

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Join Isabel Evans & Joep Schuurkes on Feb 27 at 14:00 GMT as they navigate the galaxies of systems thinking—unpack models, feedback loops & their impact. Don’t miss The Testing Planet Episode 9 🛸📺 https://www.ministryoftesting.com/news/expand-your-testing-universe-with-systems-thinking

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Regression testing: the guardian angel of software quality. 😇🔍 Rosie Sherry explores its role in catching sneaky bugs before they wreak havoc. Want to add your own insights? Contribute to the MoT Glossary! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-glossary/regression-testing

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Siloed teams stall progress—continuous learning drives us forward. In this clip, Nataliia Burmei breaks down barriers in quality engineering. Watch the full talk in the MoTaverse. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/the-testing-planet-sessions/the-pitfalls-and-possibilities-of-quality-engineering

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "Quality is the whole team's responsibility, not just the tester." — Ady Stokes.

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Quality Engineering goes beyond testing—it's about embedding excellence at every stage. 🌍✨ Melissa Fisher defines it in the MoT Glossary. How do you see QE evolving? Share your insights and help expand the MoTaverse. https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-glossary/quality-engineering

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DeepSeek’s launch shocked AI and tech. Stock prices wobbled, OpenAI defended its corner, and the debate over data vs. capability continues. 4 weeks on, did the AI bubble pop—or are we just entering a new space? Read more:

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Clear requirements are key. How do you uncover, refine, and test them effectively? The Community’s Guide to Requirements is packed with insights and techniques to arm your approach. Explore the full collection ⬇️

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "There is no single agreed definition of good, just like there’s no single agreed definition of quality." — Ady Stokes.

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Pipeline as Code: Automate your build, test & deploy processes with code, not clicks. Rosie Sherry defines it in the MoT Glossary. Have your own testing insights? Contribute and help expand the MoTaverse! 📖✨ https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-glossary/pipeline-as-code

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This is an appreciation post for Diana Dromey and Simon Tomes—two people who give their all to the MoTaverse, championing this community with heart, energy, and unwavering dedication. At MoT London, they took a moment to share just how much is happening for those who seek, gather and expand. 🪐

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One of the attendees at my TestBash 2024 session (about writing abstracts) just got announced as a Peerscon 2025 speaker 🥹 Such a proud moment

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We're co-creating the MoTaverse—a space for software testers and quality engineers. From job boards to on-demand courses, local meetups to global events, it's all happening. No barriers, just boundless expansion. Don't miss out:

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London MoT 2.0 – The Next Sprint Last time we chatted AI in testing— impact, challenges, and how we fit in. Testing evolves when we gather. Expand The MoTaverse. 🪐 📅 April 3 | London – Join the waitlist. Don't miss out! https://www.ministryoftesting.com/events/london-meetup-3-april-2025

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MoT Software Testing Essentials Certification is here. "Good software allows users to accomplish their goals quickly and easily." — Ady Stokes.

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Tool of the Week: TestLodge Simplify test management with a tool built for efficiency. ✅ Create & manage test plans, cases & runs with ease 🔄 Integrate seamlessly with issue trackers 👥 Unlimited users, no extra cost https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-tools/testlodge

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Pair testing = two minds, better testing. 🧠🔍 Rosie Sherry breaks it down in the MoT Glossary. Got your own take on pair testing? Help expand the glossary with your definitions : https://www.ministryoftesting.com/software-testing-glossary/pair-testing

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Performance test data is messy—how do you cut through the noise? 📊 Mike Harris shows how process behaviour charts reveal system issues, not individual mistakes. Full talk ⬇️

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