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How to become a Qa engineer

A successful QA engineer must possess a diverse range of skills, including proficiency in testing methodologies, an analytical mindset to identify problems, solid communication capabilities to collaborate with teams, and a meticulous eye for detail to ensure product quality, playing a key role in shaping their career progression.

Hard skills:

  1. Functional Testing - Ability to create and execute test cases to ensure that developed software works as expected
  2. Regression Testing - Ability to execute tests to identify any breaks in functionality due to changes in code
  3. Test Automation - Expertise in creating automated tests using scripting languages
  4. Defect Tracking - Knowledge of tracking and resolving defects using bug tracking software
  5. Test Documentation - Skill in preparing documents such as test plans, strategies, and objectives
  6. Software Debugging - Expertise in finding and fixing errors in software code
  7. Test Estimation - Ability to provide accurate time and resource estimates for test cycles
  8. Test Monitoring - Capability of ensuring that tests are running and producing accurate results

Soft skills:

  1. Problem-solving mindset - Proactively approach issues, identify solutions and learn from mistakes
  2. Strong communication - Ability to listen and articulate complex technical matters
  3. Organizational skills - Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload and stay organized
  4. Teamwork - Effectively collaborate with colleagues in a cross-functional team
  5. Adaptability - Quickly adjust to changes in requirements and environment
  6. Technical acumen - Proficient in using relevant technology and software
  7. Attention to detail - Carefully analyze data and look for potential issues
  8. Analytical thinking - Interpret complex data and draw rational conclusions