> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://softwaretestingweekly.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Issue #169 - URL: https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/169/ - Published: 2023-05-21T15:31:52.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-10T13:18:18.000Z - Description: 2023 State of Testing 📊 - Author: Dawid Dylowicz | Comment | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Welcome to the **169th** issue!The results of the [10th State of Testing™ Survey](https://www.practitest.com/assets/pdf/stot-2023.pdf?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) are out!It's one of the longest-running surveys for software testers, which makes it an excellent opportunity to see the latest trends.Here's a [great overview of the results](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169&v=bLv3bZxwgkQ). You can also check [last year's results](https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/118?m=web&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169#t-734822) for comparison.Happy testing! 🙂*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)* | | | | Sponsored [UPDATED: Testmo — #1 Unified Test Management Tool](https://www.testmo.com/?utm%5Fsource=stw&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=updated)[Testmo](https://www.testmo.com/?utm%5Fsource=stw&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=updated) is the #1 unified modern test management tool. Now even better with rich & customizable PDF exports, new automation linking, automation fields, improved Jira add-on, better reports & much more. Boost your team's testing productivity and [try Testmo for free](https://www.testmo.com/?utm%5Fsource=stw&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=updated).[testmo.com](https://www.testmo.com/?utm%5Fsource=stw&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=updated) | | | | NEWS | | [Can You Measure Quality?](https://medium.com/@anas.fitiani/can-you-measure-the-quality-31e00a013421?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)That's a good question. [Anas Fitiani](https://www.linkedin.com/in/anasfitiani/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) shows a few approaches they tried in their company.Furthermore, [Michał Zawieja](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-zawieja-22910414/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) shares his [Thoughts on Software Quality drivers](https://medium.com/@michal.zawieja/thoughts-on-software-quality-drivers-d0fd2a8ad518?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@anas.fitiani/can-you-measure-the-quality-31e00a013421?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Organisational-level test strategies and modern approaches — Some thoughts-in-progress](http://www.software-testing.com.au/blog/2023/05/09/organisational-level-test-strategy-and-modern-approaches-some-thoughts/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)If you want to know how others approach a high-level test strategy on a company level, here's one by [Jared Quinert](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredquinert/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[software-testing.com.au](http://www.software-testing.com.au/blog/2023/05/09/organisational-level-test-strategy-and-modern-approaches-some-thoughts/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Tester Imposter Syndrome](https://cakehurstryan.com/2023/05/12/tester-imposter-syndrome/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)The imposter syndrome in testing is not uncommon, but there are ways to deal with it. [Callum Akehurst-Ryan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cakehurstryan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) advises how.Also, remember to avoid the [5 Toxic Attitudes That Can Destroy a QA's Career](https://medium.com/@julianomoreno/5-toxic-attitudes-that-can-destroy-a-qas-career-de579f8a64ce?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) listed by [Juliano Niero Moreno](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianomoreno12/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[cakehurstryan.com](https://cakehurstryan.com/2023/05/12/tester-imposter-syndrome/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Testing Basics: Positive and Negative Testing](https://medium.com/testing-thoughts/testing-basics-positive-and-negative-testing-63641006bb0a?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)This is a good reminder from [Andreea Draniceanu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%92%BBandreea-d-2ab81853/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) about the role of testing various paths and when to use which.*Note: If you can't access the full article, open it in a private tab or another browser.*[medium.com](https://medium.com/testing-thoughts/testing-basics-positive-and-negative-testing-63641006bb0a?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [What is software quality for a developer?](https://www.coderskitchen.com/what-is-software-quality-for-a-developer/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)[Flavien Huynh](https://www.linkedin.com/in/flavien-huynh/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) brings up an interesting perspective on how developers define quality. This can help testers understand better how to work with them.However, remember about [The 4 Critical Red Flags to Look Out for in Software Testing](https://medium.com/@tania-zhydkova/the-4-critical-red-flags-to-look-out-for-in-software-testing-3db98f10c7c8?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169), as warned by [Tania Zhydkova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tania-zhydkova/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[coderskitchen.com](https://www.coderskitchen.com/what-is-software-quality-for-a-developer/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | | | AUTOMATION | | [Building Test Automation From Scratch](https://medium.com/@semihaydin/building-test-automation-from-scratch-365b65b3a58b?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)If you want to set up your own test automation framework, here's some good advice from [Semih Aydin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/semihaydins/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).Furthermore, [Ilya Shubinsky](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilya-shubinsky-b5a79bb3/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) adds more context by [Breaking down and reassembling automation to gain its full potential](https://medium.com/@ilyashubi/release-high-quality-products-breaking-down-and-reassembling-automation-to-gain-its-full-potential-c3e49525df26?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@semihaydin/building-test-automation-from-scratch-365b65b3a58b?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [How the Miro Developer Platform leverages contract testing](https://mirodevelopers.hashnode.dev/how-the-miro-developer-platform-leverages-contract-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)This is a very interesting story of the problems faced with testing API at Miro and the solutions they tried to make it successful.You can also learn about [Systems Modelling as an input to your Test Automation Design](http://www.sumondey.com/systems-modelling-as-an-input-to-your-test-automation-design/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) from [Sumon Dey](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumon-dey/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[mirodevelopers.hashnode.dev](https://mirodevelopers.hashnode.dev/how-the-miro-developer-platform-leverages-contract-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Should we automate E2E tests?](https://sajithatharaka.medium.com/should-we-automate-e2e-tests-4353b4580296?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)That's a good question that many of us should ask. [Sajitha Pathirana](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sajithatharaka/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) explains why the answer depends on the context.Similarly, [Paul Grizzaffi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgrizzaffi/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) wonders what to do when [An Automated Smoke Test Failed; Should We Still Test The Deployment?](https://responsibleautomation.wordpress.com/2023/05/16/an-automated-smoke-test-failed-should-we-still-test-the-deployment/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)*Note: If you can't access the full article, open it in a private tab or another browser.*[sajithatharaka.medium.com](https://sajithatharaka.medium.com/should-we-automate-e2e-tests-4353b4580296?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Testing in Machine Learning: A Comprehensive Guide with Examples from TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, scikit-learn, Hugging Face, and More](https://medium.com/@hitesh.hinduja/testing-in-machine-learning-a-comprehensive-guide-with-examples-from-tensorflow-pytorch-keras-423809db2e87?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)In the first part of the series, [Hitesh Hinduja](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hitesh-hinduja-501820117/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) shares some great knowledge and advice about testing in ML, including Python code examples.[medium.com](https://medium.com/@hitesh.hinduja/testing-in-machine-learning-a-comprehensive-guide-with-examples-from-tensorflow-pytorch-keras-423809db2e87?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Why is it so important for software developers to write tests](https://medium.com/@vitaliy.serdiuk/why-is-it-so-important-for-software-developers-to-write-tests-491ed12c0f39?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)Writing code without tests is generally not a good idea. [Vitalii Serdiuk](https://medium.com/@vitaliy.serdiuk?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) explains why.Similarly, [Patrick Alves](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpatrickalves/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) emphasises that [Automated Tests Are The Secret to Peaceful Nights](https://cpatrickalves.com/automated-tests-the-secret-to-peaceful-nights?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) from the developer's perspective.[medium.com](https://medium.com/@vitaliy.serdiuk/why-is-it-so-important-for-software-developers-to-write-tests-491ed12c0f39?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | | | TOOLS | | [ChatGPT for Software Testers: My Experiment](https://medium.com/@psoliv/chatgpt-for-software-testers-my-experiment-4090a6c43de2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)Can [ChatGPT](https://chat.openai.com/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) really make you a better tester? [Patrícia Oliveira](https://www.linkedin.com/in/patsantosoliveira/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) tests this hypothesis with a few handy, practical examples.Furthermore, [Frank Moyer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankmoyer/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) explains [What Generative AI Can and Can't Do in Software Testing](https://techbeacon.com/app-dev-testing/software-testing-what-generative-ai-can-cant-do?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@psoliv/chatgpt-for-software-testers-my-experiment-4090a6c43de2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Detox or Appium — Which Test Tool is Top?](https://medium.com/digio-australia/detox-or-appium-which-test-tool-is-top-54b2606512f2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)[Mitchell Davis](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchelljamesdavis/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) wrote a solid comparison of the two popular tools for mobile app testing: [Detox](https://wix.github.io/Detox/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) and [Appium](https://appium.io/docs/en/2.0/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).And speaking of mobile testing, [Diogo Nunes](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nunesdiogo/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) wrote a concise [Review of Maestro](https://www.diogonunes.com/blog/framework-review-maestro/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[medium.com](https://medium.com/digio-australia/detox-or-appium-which-test-tool-is-top-54b2606512f2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Protractor.js is dead, What did we learn?](https://zhiminzhan.medium.com/protractor-js-is-dead-what-did-we-learn-9239fdd832ed?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)[Protractor.js](https://www.protractortest.org/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169#/) is yet another test tool that was winded down (as I first [mentioned](https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/68?m=web&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169#Kwrydms) back in April 2021). [Zhimin Zhan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/zhiminzhan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) shares his thoughts on what happened and why.*Note: If you can't access the full article, open it in a private tab or another browser.*[zhiminzhan.medium.com](https://zhiminzhan.medium.com/protractor-js-is-dead-what-did-we-learn-9239fdd832ed?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Step-by-Step Guide: Migrating from Jest to Node.js Native Test Runner](https://blog.erickwendel.com.br/step-by-step-guide-migrating-from-jest-to-nodejs-native-test-runner?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)[Erick Wendel](https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickwendel/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) wrote a great, detailed guide to migrate from the most popular JavaScript test framework — [Jest](https://jestjs.io/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) — to the recently-released [Node's Test Runner](https://nodejs.org/api/test.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[blog.erickwendel.com.br](https://blog.erickwendel.com.br/step-by-step-guide-migrating-from-jest-to-nodejs-native-test-runner?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Using the Playwright Page Object Model](https://madelinecaples.hashnode.dev/using-the-playwright-page-object-model?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)[Madeline Caples](https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeline-caples/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) wrote a fine guide to properly applying Page Object Model in [Playwright](https://playwright.dev/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).Additionally, [Butch Mayhew](https://www.linkedin.com/in/butchmayhew/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) shows how to [Calculate API Endpoint Coverage in Playwright](https://playwrightsolutions.com/the-definitive-guide-to-api-test-automation-with-playwright-part-5-calculating-endpoint-coverage/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[madelinecaples.hashnode.dev](https://madelinecaples.hashnode.dev/using-the-playwright-page-object-model?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [What programming languages and frameworks are on a roll right now?](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/13glxyi/what%5Fprogramming%5Flanguages%5Fand%5Fframeworks%5Fare%5Fon/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)The programming and tooling environment related to software testing is constantly changing. Here's an interesting Reddit thread about the latest trends.[reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/13glxyi/what%5Fprogramming%5Flanguages%5Fand%5Fframeworks%5Fare%5Fon/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | | | VIDEOS | | [How to Build More Effective Relationships with Your Developers](https://agiletestingdays.com/blog/how-to-build-more-effective-relationships-with-your-developers/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)To conclude this issue's theme of developers' involvement in quality and testing, here's an interesting talk between [Tristan Lombard](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristanlombard/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169), [Lisa Crispin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-crispin-88420a/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) and [Larissa Rosochansky](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lrosocha/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).[agiletestingdays.com](https://agiletestingdays.com/blog/how-to-build-more-effective-relationships-with-your-developers/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) | | [Understanding SOLID Principles in Test Automation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169&v=16VvybTgiMQ)[SOLID Principles](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SOLID?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) are one of the most commonly used in programming. But how do they apply to test automation? [Pramod Dutta](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramoddutta/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) explains this in an 8-minute recording.[youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169&v=16VvybTgiMQ) | | | | And… | | [We're safe...](https://twitter.com/milan%5Fmilanovic/status/1622127889108926466?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169) 😂 | | | | Thanks for reading!If you like this newsletter and it helps you become a better tester, you can say thanks and [buy me a coffee](https://buymeacoffee.com/softwaretestingweekly?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169).*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F169)* |