Test Masters Academy

🎤 Spotlight on Our Speaker for the Virtual QA Meetup on July 25 🎤 🗣️ Ruslan Desyatnikov from QA Mentor - Software Testing Expert - 13 Years of Making Products Successful Ruslan Desyatnikov has 27 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Process Improvement, and Software Testing. He previously worked as the Global Head of Testing for Worldlink Technology at Citi and held key roles at Sterling InfoSystems and HSBC, where he managed global QA teams. Ruslan graduated from Baruch College with a BBA in Computer Information Systems and holds an MBA in Technology Management. He is a published author and has received numerous awards, including "Champion of The Year" finalist by The European Software Testing Awards and "50 Most Creative CEOs to Watch" by InsightSuccess magazine. Topic: Paradise of Metrics & KPIs – How Can You Measure Your Effectiveness, Efficiency and Productivity? 🗓️ Date: July 25 🕒 Time: 9 - 10 AM PDT 📍 Location: Virtual Join us and hear from an expert in the field! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gRHMtD_h #QAEngineers #QASeattle #QANetworking #SoftwareTestingConferenceSeattle #QualityAssuranceConference #InnovateQASeattle

🚨 PSA: If your servers are down, just blame it on a "Crowdstrike"! 😅 All jokes aside, software releases are critical, and it's essential to ensure they happen smoothly and reliably. Here are some advanced strategies to minimize downtime and reduce the risk of issues: First up, 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬. Roll out changes to a small subset of servers or users, monitor closely, and then expand. It’s like dipping a toe in the water before diving in! 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞-𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 are another great strategy, maintaining two identical environments. Traffic is seamlessly switched from the old version to the new one, ensuring zero downtime and quick rollback if needed. 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 (or feature flags) are invaluable. Deploy new features hidden behind flags, enabling gradual rollouts and quick toggles if something goes awry. This gives incredible flexibility. Implement 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 to detect issues in real-time and revert to the last stable version, ensuring disruptions are minimized. Pair this with extensive 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬 to catch and address issues quickly. Consider 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐛𝐲-𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧, limiting the impact of any issues and allowing for more controlled rollouts. And, of course, highly automated deployment pipelines support 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, where code changes that pass rigorous automated tests go straight to production, ensuring high velocity without compromising reliability. In the world of tech, nothing is foolproof, but with these strategies, you’re pretty close! Amazon, for instance, uses a combination of these techniques to maintain their high standards. Here’s to smooth releases and minimal outages (looking at you, Crowdstrike!) 🚀 #TechTalk #SoftwareDevelopment #DevOps #ContinuousDeployment #TechStrategies #releaseStrategies #softwareReleases #CICD #crowdstrike

Elevate Your Team's Expertise at InnovateQA Conference in Seattle on August 22! We are thrilled to invite you to the InnovateQA conference in Seattle on August 22! This premier event is tailored for engineering leaders, test automation engineers, and quality engineering professionals eager to learn the latest practices for delivering top-notch products. Connect with hundreds of like-minded peers, gain exclusive insights from industry experts, and explore cutting-edge trends in AI-powered testing, quality management, and agile team management. Additionally, we are offering a limited number of scholarships for those who may need financial assistance. Don’t miss this chance—visit our website to apply! This is your opportunity to elevate your team’s expertise and network with the best in the industry. Secure your spot and be part of a transformative experience! We look forward to seeing you there! Artem Golubev Blake Hill, CSM #InnovateQA #SeattleConference #EngineeringLeadership #TestAutomation #QualityEngineering #Scholarships

Our virtual meetup on July 25th is about #Metrics & #KPI – How Can You Measure Your Effectiveness, Efficiency and Productivity? Learn from Ruslan Desyatnikov, co-founder of QA Mentor - Software Testing Expert - 13 Years of Making Products Successful Ruslan Desyatnikov has 27 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Process Improvement, and Software Testing. He previously worked as the Global Head of Testing for Worldlink Technology at Citi and held key roles at Sterling, InfoSystems, Inc. and HSBC, where he managed global QA teams. Ruslan graduated from Baruch College with a BBA in Computer Information Systems and holds an MBA in Technology Management. He is a published author and has received numerous awards, including "Champion of The Year" finalist by The European Software Testing Awards and "50 Most Creative CEOs to Watch" by @InsightSuccess magazine. Topic: Paradise of Metrics & KPIs – How Can You Measure Your Effectiveness, Efficiency and Productivity? 🗓️ Date: July 25 🕒 Time: 9 - 10 AM PDT 📍 Location: Virtual Join us and hear from an expert in the field! RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gRHMtD_h #QAEngineers #online #virtual #webinar #meetup #qualitymanagement #productivity #qualityengineering

A summary of #release #rollout and #deployment strategies. Good list from Innovate QA Events https://lnkd.in/eiAktxEf

Hybrid meetup - attend from everywhere! Join us at a Hybrid Innovate QA Seattle July Meetup for an interactive session on Quality and Test Automation. Attend online from anywhere, take part in discussions, ask questions, share experiences, meet new friends and experts. Our online discussions are very informative! https://lnkd.in/eSQsUWJ4

Upcoming online broadcast from Microsoft Reactor on #AI in #testing - from thought leaders and innovators - Erin R., the founder of ChatBlackGPT™ and Alex Grigorovitch from Microsoft Free online stream from #Seattle - register and enjoy new ideas, learn how use AI in test automation and talk on how to overcome biases and create #responsibleai products Join meetup and get the link.

Online webinar - join from everywhere for our first virtual Innovate QA Events meetup this Wednesday, June 12th at 12:00 PST (3:00 PM EST/21:00 CEST) "How GenAI enables Manual Testers to build and maintain test automation" Our guest Artem Golubev, the co-founder of testRigor will share the latest developments in GenAI-enabled test generation tools. This technology is saving hundreds of hours for #SDETs and #QA #Testers when used correctly. Learn how to advance your game and master the new #GenAI #technology for #TestAutomation. This event is part of #SeattleAIWeek and is streamed live #online. https://lnkd.in/e697UYVJ

Call for speakers is Open!!!! Test Masters Academy is proud to co-organize flagman international events in 2024!   InnovateQA Seattle 2024 Date: August 22, 2024 Location: Seattle, WA, USA   We are excited to announce a call for speakers for InnovateQA Seattle 2024! InnovateQA is a premier event for professionals passionate about software testing and quality assurance, engineering and quality leadership.    This year's conference will focus on cutting-edge topics, including: Engineering and Quality Leadership Test Automation AI-Augmented Testing Testing AI Products Software Testing and Quality Assurance Innovations We invite industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners to share their knowledge, insights, and experiences. If you have a compelling story, groundbreaking technique, or innovative approach, we want to hear from you!   Submission Guidelines: Title: A concise and engaging title for your session. Abstract: A 150-200 word summary outlining your session's content and key takeaways. Bio: A brief biography (100 words) highlighting your expertise and experience. Format: Indicate whether your session will be a talk, workshop, or panel discussion. Duration: Specify the length of your presentation (30, 45, or 60 minutes).   Submission Deadline: June 22nd, 2024 (link in the 1st comment)   Join us in Seattle and be part of a community that is shaping the future of software testing and quality assurance!  

IF YOU ARE IN SEATTLE Join us for an evening of networking, learning, and fun with fellow QA engineers and quality enthusiasts. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with industry peers, share insights, and expand your QA toolkit. 5:30pm Social Networking, refreshments served 6:00pm "Fleet Foxes and Fat Foxes" Jeffery Evans - Sr Eng Manager @Expedia Group 6:30pm "Collaboration tips for technical teams" Lanette Creamer - TPM @Meta 7:00 PM Fishbowl Discussion "Future of Software Testing and AI" - hosted by Tatyana Arbouzova 7:30pm Social Networking Special host James Whittaker opens the doors of his renowned Kirkland Local Brewery Taproom to welcome our first Seattle meetup! 🗓️ Date: May 1 🕒 Time: 5:30 PM PDT 📍 Location: Side Hustle, Kirkland See you there! Let's make it a memorable gathering! #QAEngineers #Meetup #SoftwareTesting #QualityAssurance #InnovateQASeattle #seattle #engineeringleadership