You now understand the strengths and weaknesses of scripted versus exploratory work. You can outline the benefits of using automation and tooling, all while developing the mindset needed to reveal those hard-to-find bugs in your product.

And yet... Something is off!

You feel like:

You're unsure which direction to take your career Or if you are sure, you don't know what the first steps are Life would be easier if fewer bugs got into the product in the first place... ...but that means influencing folks, and you don't know how Things would be easier if you were your The Boss(TM)?

That's where The Software Tester's Journey comes in!

After reading the book, you'll:

Learn about the importance of networking with your peers Pick up the ins and outs of job-hunting, including tips on using social media and GenAI like ChatGPT Discover the 4 mistakes people make trying to earn a promotion and what to do about them Understand the importance of managing up and how to do it Know the 5 reasons we should all learn how to give feedback Be able to choose a career direction using The Three Perspectives Gain insight into what it's like being your own boss