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# Issue #160
- URL: https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/160/
- Published: 2023-03-19T10:36:31.000Z
- Updated: 2026-06-10T13:18:14.000Z
- Description: What's your coolest achievement as a tester? 🙌
- Author: Dawid Dylowicz

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| Welcome to the **160th** issue!This week, I found an uplifting discussion on Reddit:[What's your coolest achievement as a tester?](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/11mm71f/whats%5Fyour%5Fgreatest%5Fcoolest%5Fachievement%5Fas%5Fa/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)It's really interesting to see all the different things people are proud of.It's also great to see all the hard work that goes into testing and the amazing things that come out of it.Happy testing! 🙂*PS. The discussion also continues in [this thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/softwaretesting/comments/11mm6k2/whats%5Fyour%5Fgreatest%5Fcoolest%5Fachievement%5Fas%5Fa/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).* *[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)*                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
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| [A Way to Effectiveness: Release Quality, Volume and Speed in 1 QA Metric](https://medium.com/mayflower-team/a-way-to-effectiveness-release-quality-volume-and-speed-in-1-qa-metric-463c1917f4e0?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)[Gleb Sarkisov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/glebsarkisov/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) came up with a modified formula for calculating the Defect Density metric and described this process in detail.Furthermore, [Dmytro Stekanov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmytrostekanov/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) wrote a great article on [Ensuring Quality in the Product Backlog: The Role of QA in Refinement](https://storiesfromtheherd.com/ensuring-quality-in-the-product-backlog-the-role-of-qa-in-refinement-ee144f62461a?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[medium.com](https://medium.com/mayflower-team/a-way-to-effectiveness-release-quality-volume-and-speed-in-1-qa-metric-463c1917f4e0?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| [Faster, better, stronger — How the "QA gatekeeper" impacts overall velocity, quality, and confidence](https://medium.com/@bruna.chagas/faster-better-stronger-how-the-qa-gatekeeper-impacts-overall-velocity-quality-and-3049261ac0c0?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)[Bruna Chagas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brunarachagas/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) advises on how to change the team's mindset and empower everyone to participate in testing activities.Similarly, [Liis Pass](https://www.linkedin.com/in/liis-pass/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) describes the process of [Moving towards Modern Testing Practices: Easy Steps for Improving Your QA Processes](https://medium.com/scoro-engineering/moving-towards-modern-testing-practices-easy-steps-for-improving-your-qa-processes-1821987fb095?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@bruna.chagas/faster-better-stronger-how-the-qa-gatekeeper-impacts-overall-velocity-quality-and-3049261ac0c0?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                        |
| [Future as QA?](https://www.reddit.com/r/softwaretesting/comments/11rxq8t/future%5Fas%5Fqa/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)*Hey, I work as a Senior QA Engineer with almost 10 years of exp in a product development firm. I do almost everything but development. How can my role change after another 5 years?*Someone asked this question on Reddit and testers responded with several interesting scenarios.In relation to that, [Vincent Ferreira](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-ferreira-7096ba82/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shared his journey [From Developer to QA: Benefits of a Career Shift](https://medium.com/@vincent.ferreira/from-developer-to-qa-benefits-of-a-career-shift-e32c143ef5aa?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/softwaretesting/comments/11rxq8t/future%5Fas%5Fqa/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| [Testing is Socially Challenging](https://developsense.com/blog/2023/03/testing-is-socially-challenging?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)In this honest article, [Michael Bolton](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bolton-08847/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shares his thoughts on why testing can put us in uncomfortable situations and provides guidance on how to navigate that.[developsense.com](https://developsense.com/blog/2023/03/testing-is-socially-challenging?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| [Quality is a four letter word](https://always-fearful.blogspot.com/2023/03/quality-is-four-letter-word.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)[Amit Wertheimer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-wertheimer-ba187550/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) explains why quality is hard to define and why it should be broken down into specific qualities and properties instead.Furthermore, [Bart Vanherck](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bart-vanherck/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) reflects on the core principles of [The Agile Manifesto](https://thetestingpirate.be/posts/2023/2023-03-07%5Fagile-manifesto/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[always-fearful.blogspot.com](https://always-fearful.blogspot.com/2023/03/quality-is-four-letter-word.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
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| [10 changes that improved our tests](https://medium.com/@tom%5Fat%5Fundo/10-changes-that-improved-our-tests-fefc253da201?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Based on the experience of maintaining frequently-ran tests, [Tom Perry](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-perry-5720b015/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shares what practices helped them improve pipeline stability.Similarly, [Christian Nissen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-nissen-9a5a0711/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) gives a few tips on [Effectively Reducing the Run Time of Automated UI Tests](https://medium.com/@cnissen%5F48622/effectively-reducing-the-run-time-of-automated-ui-tests-19fd1afaa29b?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@tom%5Fat%5Fundo/10-changes-that-improved-our-tests-fefc253da201?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
| [Guide to Serverless & Lambda Testing — Part 2: Testing Pyramid](https://isenberg-ran.medium.com/guide-to-serverless-lambda-testing-part-2-testing-pyramid-c6a6f2f50005?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Continuing the series of articles on testing serverless apps, [Ran Isenberg](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranisenberg/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shows examples of different test levels. You can also read [the first part about best practices](https://isenberg-ran.medium.com/guide-to-aws-serverless-lambda-testing-best-practices-part-1-de02dd300d8d?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).Moreover, [Zane Scheel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zane-scheel-03226b153/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) wrote a good article about [A Taste Test of AWS Services for the Software Quality Engineer](https://medium.com/slalom-build/a-taste-test-of-aws-services-for-the-software-quality-engineer-c121b20e03a5?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[isenberg-ran.medium.com](https://isenberg-ran.medium.com/guide-to-serverless-lambda-testing-part-2-testing-pyramid-c6a6f2f50005?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)      |
| [How to estimate test automation user stories in Agile Scrum](https://medium.com/sysco-labs/how-to-estimate-test-automation-user-stories-in-agile-scrum-5910d6640813?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)If your team works in Scrum, you might be familiar with story estimation. But how do you apply it to test automation tasks? [Mohamed Yaseen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamed-yaseen-mohamed-ameen-8b975356/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) wrote a thorough guide.[medium.com](https://medium.com/sysco-labs/how-to-estimate-test-automation-user-stories-in-agile-scrum-5910d6640813?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| [Lindy's Law in Test Automation](https://simply-the-test.blogspot.com/2023/03/lindys-law-in-test-automation.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Sometimes the proven solutions are best. [Torsten J. Zelger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/torsten-zelger/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shares the story of implementing a test automation framework several years ago that still works fine for them today.[simply-the-test.blogspot.com](https://simply-the-test.blogspot.com/2023/03/lindys-law-in-test-automation.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| [Test Coverage](https://www.christianfindlay.com/blog/test-coverage?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)[Christian Findlay](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-findlay/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) explains why implementing the right test type is more important than trying to meet a certain test coverage metric.In relation to that, [Rafael Miguel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-miguel-filho/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) describes in detail the benefits of [Using Branching Coverage to Improve Software Quality](https://thepragmaticengineer.hashnode.dev/keeping-tests-valuable-using-branching-coverage-to-improve-software-quality?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[christianfindlay.com](https://www.christianfindlay.com/blog/test-coverage?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
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| Sponsored [\[Remote\] QA Engineer @ TempMee](https://angel.co/company/tempmee-2/jobs/2605925-qa-engineer?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)TempMee is a vibrant and dynamic company that values collaboration and innovation. Our mission — change the way the World works. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology to make our mission a reality. Don't miss out on this opportunity to join a team passionate about delivering high-quality products and having fun while doing it! [Apply here](https://angel.co/company/tempmee-2/jobs/2605925-qa-engineer?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[angel.co](https://angel.co/company/tempmee-2/jobs/2605925-qa-engineer?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
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| [As a QA, what tools do you use daily at your job?](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/11nwcme/as%5Fa%5Fqa%5Fwhat%5Ftools%5Fdo%5Fyou%5Fuse%5Fdaily%5Fat%5Fyour%5Fjob/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Here's an interesting overview of tools that testers use regularly. They vary from IDE, Chrome extensions and bug-tracking tools.Speaking of which, [Anshita Bhasin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anshita-bhasin/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) wrote a [Detailed Guide to Chrome Dev Tools](https://medium.com/@anshita.bhasin/chrome-dev-tools-detailed-guide-47fb89632fa4?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/11nwcme/as%5Fa%5Fqa%5Fwhat%5Ftools%5Fdo%5Fyou%5Fuse%5Fdaily%5Fat%5Fyour%5Fjob/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      |
| [How to perform End-to-End API Testing using Playwright with Java and TestNG](https://medium.com/@iamfaisalkhatri/how-to-perform-end-to-end-api-testing-using-playwright-with-java-and-testng-26b318927115?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)If you're interested in API testing, [Mohammad Faisal Khatri](https://www.linkedin.com/in/faisalkhatri/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shares a thorough guide to [Playwright for Java](https://playwright.dev/java/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) and [TestNG](https://testng.org/doc/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).Similarly, [Butch Mayhew](https://www.linkedin.com/in/butchmayhew/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) describes the [Basics of API Testing with Playwright](https://playwrightsolutions.com/the-definitive-guide-to-api-test-automation-with-playwright-part-1-basics-of-api-testing-get/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@iamfaisalkhatri/how-to-perform-end-to-end-api-testing-using-playwright-with-java-and-testng-26b318927115?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) |
| [How to optimize Cypress tests using JavaScript abilities? (Part 2\. Recursion)](https://medium.com/testing-with-cypress/how-to-optimize-cypress-tests-using-javascript-abilities-part-2-recursion-a89b5decc553?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)In the second part of the series, [Alex Sanzhanov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanzhanov/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) describes how recursion can come in handy in [Cypress](https://www.cypress.io/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) tests. You can also read the [first part](https://medium.com/testing-with-cypress/how-to-optimize-cypress-tests-using-javascript-abilities-part-1-loops-52f0ec422ab6?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) about loops.[medium.com](https://medium.com/testing-with-cypress/how-to-optimize-cypress-tests-using-javascript-abilities-part-2-recursion-a89b5decc553?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| [Painless BDD on iOS with XCTContext](https://testableapple.com/painless-bdd-on-ios-with-xctcontext/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Testing iOS mobile apps? [Alexey Alter-Pesotskiy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/testableapple/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) explains how to use [XCTContext](https://developer.apple.com/documentation/xctest/xctcontext?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) for writing tests in the Given When Then style.[testableapple.com](https://testableapple.com/painless-bdd-on-ios-with-xctcontext/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| [Balder — Achieving Better Product Quality with Reusable Tests](https://medium.com/@max%5F37683/reusable-tests-achieving-better-product-quality-through-reusability-2c663d861840?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)[Max Stahlschmidt](https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-stahlschmidt-169265189/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) describes a brand new open-source tool — [Balder](https://docs.balder.dev/en/latest/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) — which allows you to reuse a once-written test code across different platforms, devices or applications.[medium.com](https://medium.com/@max%5F37683/reusable-tests-achieving-better-product-quality-through-reusability-2c663d861840?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| [Visual testing using Playwright](https://medium.com/@kbalaji.kks/visual-testing-using-playwright-50943c57736a?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)Did you know that [Playwright](https://playwright.dev/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) has a built-in solution for visual testing? [Balaji Kumarasamy](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbalaji-kks/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160) shows a few examples of using it.[medium.com](https://medium.com/@kbalaji.kks/visual-testing-using-playwright-50943c57736a?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F160)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
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