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• 6: Mentorship, Coaching, and Sponsorship

  In this episode, we explore the key roles of mentorship, coaching, and sponsorship and how they can accelerate your career in engineering. We break down the differences between mentors, who provide long-term guidance, and coaches, who focus on improving specific skills or achieving certain goals. We also discuss the often-overlooked role of sponsorship, where influential advocates help propel your career forward.Listeners will learn how to find the right mentor or coach, how to be an active mentee, and how to maintain strong, meaningful relationships. We also highlight the importance of sponsorship in breaking career barriers and provide tips on how to seek out sponsors who will champion your growth. If you're looking to enhance your skills, boost your visibility, or take your career to the next level, this episode provides practical advice to help you succeed.Follow us on social:IG: engineeringquality_podcastX: EngineeringQualLinkedIn: Engineering QualityEmail: [email protected]

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• 5: Career in Testing - Part 2

  In part 2 of our two-part series on careers in testing, we explore key topics like manual vs. automated testing, mentorship, and the future of the testing profession. We discuss the role of automation as a tool, not a separate career path, and the evolving skills testers need to stay relevant. We also dive into common myths about testing, such as the misconception that testing is easy or that automation will replace manual testing. Plus, we share tips for those transitioning from manual to automated testing and the importance of continuous learning. Whether you're just starting in testing or looking to level up your skills, this episode offers valuable insights and advice.Check out here for the resources we mentioned during this episode. Follow up on social: LinkedIn: ⁠Engineering Quality⁠ Blue Sky: @engineeringquality.bsky.social IG: engineeringquality_podcast X: EngineeringQual Site: www.engineeringqualitypodcast.com Email: [email protected]

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• 4: Career in Testing - Part 1

  In this first episode of a two-part series, we share our personal journeys into software testing, debunking common misconceptions about the field. We discuss how we got started, why we chose testing and the unique opportunities it offers. Whether you're already in testing or considering it as a career, this episode provides insights into the path and impact of a career in testing. Stay tuned for part 2, where we explore the skills and future of testing. Follow up on social: IG: engineeringquality_podcast X: EngineeringQual LinkedIn: Engineering Quality Email: [email protected]

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• 3: Incident Management

  In this episode of Engineering Quality Podcast, we dive into incident management—what it is, why it matters, and how to handle it effectively. We cover: Incident severity and responses. Testers’ role in incident management. Learning through postmortems. Tools and strategies like on-call rotations and pre-mortems. Whether you're looking to refine your incident response processes or understand how to prevent production issues, this episode offers actionable insights and practical advice.  Follow up on social: IG: engineeringquality_podcast X: EngineeringQual LinkedIn: Engineering Quality Email: [email protected]

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• 2: Software Quality and AI

  In this episode of Engineering Quality, we dive into one of the most transformative topics in the software world: Artificial Intelligence in testing. We explore the history of technological advancements in testing, the role AI is playing today, and its potential to revolutionize the field. From writing test scripts and refining strategies to predicting bugs and enhancing test coverage, we share our personal experiences and practical insights on leveraging AI tools effectively. We also discuss its limitations, ethical considerations, and where human ingenuity remains indispensable. Join us as we answer listener questions, highlight the skills testers need in the AI era, and share tips on compatibility testing. Tune in to discover whether AI is just another tool or the game-changer software testing has been waiting for! Follow up on social: IG: engineeringquality_podcast X: EngineeringQual LinkedIn: Engineering Quality Email: [email protected]

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