> ## 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 #226 - URL: https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/226/ - Published: 2024-07-01T08:00:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-10T13:18:44.000Z - Description: QA interview questions from Amazon, Google and IBM 📚 - Author: Dawid Dylowicz | Comment | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Welcome to the **226th** issue!Preparing for a QA interview?This week, I found something special — [Big tech interview questions for QA](https://prepare.sh/engineering/quality-assurance?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).It's a repository of 200+ real questions from companies such as Amazon, Google, IBM and Oracle that you can use to practice and learn.Thanks to [Alex Muradov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmuradov/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) and other contributors for collecting that.Happy testing! 🙂*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)* | | | | 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 | | [Bug Bash: Strategies for Shipping with High Quality](https://katerinapresnetsova.substack.com/p/bug-bash-strategies-for-shipping?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)I like bug bashes. They allow the team, and even the company, to come together and test their product. [Katerina Presnetsova](https://www.linkedin.com/in/katerinapresnetsova/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) wrote a great overview of how to organise it, including a handy [template](https://www.notion.so/templates/bug-bash-624?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[katerinapresnetsova.substack.com](https://katerinapresnetsova.substack.com/p/bug-bash-strategies-for-shipping?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [How can I possibly test "all the stuff" every iteration?](https://mirekdlugosz.com/blog/2024/how-can-i-possibly-test-all-the-stuff-every-iteration/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)Well, you can't. But [Mirek Długosz](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirekdlugosz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) gives excellent advice on what to do to maximise your confidence and minimise the risk.Additionally, [Callum Akehurst-Ryan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cakehurstryan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) has a point saying that [Not having an approach causes problems in your testing](https://cakehurstryan.com/2024/06/19/not-having-an-approach-causes-problems-in-your-testing/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[mirekdlugosz.com](https://mirekdlugosz.com/blog/2024/how-can-i-possibly-test-all-the-stuff-every-iteration/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Quality Engineering for CEOs: How Much Should You Spend? (Post 2)](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/quality-engineering-ceos-how-much-should-you-spend-2-semelsberger-bwdmc/?trackingId=Qe8IwbLvQMC9pQcHwlYcaw%3D%3D&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)This is a wonderful series by [Steve Semelsberger](https://www.linkedin.com/in/semels/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226). I mentioned the first part [a month ago](https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/221?m=web&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226#kWWRjQA) and I've enjoyed the second one just as much.Moreover, [Jesper Ottosen](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlottosen/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) wrote a decent piece about [Aligning with management on testing](https://leading-testing-activities.ghost.io/aligning-with-management/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/quality-engineering-ceos-how-much-should-you-spend-2-semelsberger-bwdmc/?trackingId=Qe8IwbLvQMC9pQcHwlYcaw%3D%3D&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Sharper Terms for "Manual Testing"](https://developsense.com/blog/2024/06/sharper-terms-for-manual-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)Manual testing is an easy term, but it's often misunderstood, or at least treated too narrowly. [Michael Bolton](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bolton-08847/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) explains the problem and suggests other, more relevant terms for various types of testing.Speaking of which, [Elena Voevodkina](https://medium.com/@VElanaS?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) wonders — [Will Manual Testers Disappear?](https://medium.com/@VElanaS/will-manual-testers-disappear-3f28ae3423be?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)[developsense.com](https://developsense.com/blog/2024/06/sharper-terms-for-manual-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Testing SaaS — Quality in a "Buy not Build" Culture](https://leadtestinclude.com/2024/06/20/testing-saas-quality-in-a-buy-not-build-culture/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)[Simon Prior](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadtestinclude/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) shares some solid, high-level advice on good testing and quality practices for Software-as-a-Service companies.And it might be even more important because it somehow feels that [Good Enough Quality Is Taking a Dip](https://visible-quality.blogspot.com/2024/06/good-enough-quality-is-taking-dip.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226), as [Maaret Pyhäjärvi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maaret/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) points out.[leadtestinclude.com](https://leadtestinclude.com/2024/06/20/testing-saas-quality-in-a-buy-not-build-culture/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | | | AUTOMATION | | [BDD Framework: Crafting Software to Fit Business Objectives](https://medium.com/@frahmadani/bdd-framework-crafting-software-to-fit-business-objectives-85c9ca30b5e2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)This is a great explanation and overview of Behaviour-Driven Development, including what it means and how to do it with code examples. Kudos, [Fahmi Rahmadani](https://www.linkedin.com/in/fahmi-rahmadani-9a85383b/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).Furthermore, [Kacper Ciepielewski](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ciepielewski/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) asks and explains — [What exactly is a framework?](https://medium.com/@kacperciepielewski/what-exactly-is-a-framework-18cc730c5ecf?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)[medium.com](https://medium.com/@frahmadani/bdd-framework-crafting-software-to-fit-business-objectives-85c9ca30b5e2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Strategic Test Environment Setup For Automation Success](https://testguild.com/strategic-test-environment/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)To have stable tests that closely replicate your users' behaviour, you need a good test environment. [Joe Colantonio](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joecolantonio/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) explains more about it.Also, wondering [How to reduce automated regression test suite time down?](https://www.reddit.com/r/softwaretesting/comments/1djcwz1/how%5Fto%5Freduce%5Fautomated%5Fregression%5Ftest%5Fsuite/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)[testguild.com](https://testguild.com/strategic-test-environment/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [The UI Testing Panorama: From E2E to Isolation and Everything in Between](https://tallybarak.com/the-ui-testing-panorama-from-e2e-to-isolation-and-everything-in-between?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)Curious about the right approach to UI testing? [Tally Barak](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tallybarak/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) goes through several ways explaining their pros and cons.[tallybarak.com](https://tallybarak.com/the-ui-testing-panorama-from-e2e-to-isolation-and-everything-in-between?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [When to consider Contract Testing?](https://kristof.pro/when-to-consider-contract-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)Contract testing can be a great addition to the test strategy, especially for systems with a microservices architecture. [Krzysztof Przekwas](https://www.linkedin.com/in/krzysztofprzekwas/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) describes how and when to use it.[kristof.pro](https://kristof.pro/when-to-consider-contract-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | | | Sponsored [Will AI Replace Your Software Testing Job?](https://blog.mailsac.com/will-ai-replace-your-software-testing-job/?utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fsource=software%20testing%20weekly&utm%5Fcampaign=engagement&utm%5Fcontent=video)Worried AI will replace you as a software tester? You might be surprised! AI is actually here to make your job easier and more efficient. Discover the unexpected benefits in our [quick walkthrough](https://blog.mailsac.com/will-ai-replace-your-software-testing-job/?utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fsource=software%20testing%20weekly&utm%5Fcampaign=engagement&utm%5Fcontent=video).[blog.mailsac.com](https://blog.mailsac.com/will-ai-replace-your-software-testing-job/?utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fsource=software%20testing%20weekly&utm%5Fcampaign=engagement&utm%5Fcontent=video) | | | | TOOLS | | [3 Cypress Tips & Tricks](https://deepshah201.medium.com/cypress-web-automation-tips-tricks-25fc65000ce9?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)If you're writing tests with [Cypress](https://github.com/cypress-io/cypress?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226), you may like these three handy and perhaps not-so-obvious tips on implementing tests by [Deep Shah](https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepshah201/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).And as a bonus tip, here's how to [Skip Cypress Tests on First Failure Using AfterEach](https://medium.com/@k.tathsara/skipping-cypress-tests-on-first-failure-using-aftereach-a-step-by-step-guide-324a246f4d36?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[deepshah201.medium.com](https://deepshah201.medium.com/cypress-web-automation-tips-tricks-25fc65000ce9?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Getting started with Swift Testing](https://www.polpiella.dev/swift-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)As I [mentioned](https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/225?m=web&utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226#K2z7qGc) last week, [Swift Testing](https://github.com/apple/swift-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) is here. And if you want to learn more about how to get started with it, [Pol Piella](https://www.linkedin.com/in/polpielladev/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) explains that in detail.Similarly, [Leonardo Santos](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leocout/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) says [Hello Swift Testing, Goodbye XCTest](https://leocoout.medium.com/welcome-swift-testing-goodbye-xctest-7501b7a5b304?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[polpiella.dev](https://www.polpiella.dev/swift-testing?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [How To Use Playwright's testInfo.retry To Deal With Flakey Environments](https://playwrightsolutions.com/how-to-use-playwrights-testinforetry-to-deal-with-flakey-environments/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)We've had some Cypress tips, now it's time for [Playwright](https://github.com/microsoft/playwright?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226). Here's a helpful one by [Sergei Gapanovich](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgapanovich/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) about smarter test retries.Furthermore, [Irfan Mujagić](https://www.linkedin.com/in/irfan-mujagi%C4%87-618435206/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) explains how to [Handle Unreliable API Endpoints with Custom Retry Logic and Mocking](https://www.thegreenreport.blog/articles/handling-unreliable-api-endpoints-with-custom-retry-logic-and-mocking/handling-unreliable-api-endpoints-with-custom-retry-logic-and-mocking.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) with Playwright.[playwrightsolutions.com](https://playwrightsolutions.com/how-to-use-playwrights-testinforetry-to-deal-with-flakey-environments/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [How to Monitor JavaScript Log Messages and Exceptions with Playwright](https://www.checklyhq.com/blog/how-to-monitor-javascript-logs-and-exceptions-with-playwright/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)And if you're using [Playwright](https://github.com/microsoft/playwright?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) with JavaScript, it can also help you find errors and exceptions in the console, as [Nočnica Mellifera](https://www.linkedin.com/in/otel-mom/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) nicely explains.[checklyhq.com](https://www.checklyhq.com/blog/how-to-monitor-javascript-logs-and-exceptions-with-playwright/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | [Native, simple and fast Android screenshot tests with Kaspresso](https://medium.com/kasperskymedia/native-simple-and-fast-screenshot-tests-with-kaspresso-bdc0e42bd38d?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)In this comprehensive guide, [Maria Glushchenko](https://medium.com/@jealousmary?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) shows how to set up and run visual testing with [Kaspresso](https://github.com/KasperskyLab/Kaspresso?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[medium.com](https://medium.com/kasperskymedia/native-simple-and-fast-screenshot-tests-with-kaspresso-bdc0e42bd38d?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) | | | | VIDEOS | | [11 Mistakes that I Regret in my 11 Years of experience](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226&v=swdpnpI4KzA)There are some valuable lessons that [Pramod Dutta](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramoddutta/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) has learned in his testing career. And if you prefer to read about it instead, here's a related [article](https://scrolltest.com/2024/06/26/mistakes-to-avoid-in-your-software-testing-career/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226).[youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226&v=swdpnpI4KzA) | | [QA Job Market Update June 2024](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226&v=Bf7JAwkTVwo)In this 12-minute video, [Alex Khvastovich](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexkhvastovich/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) shares some good analysis of the QA job market in the US compared to 6 months ago. Has it improved? It seems so![youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226&v=Bf7JAwkTVwo) | | | | And… | | [Some bugs are just like that...](https://www.reddit.com/r/ProgrammerHumor/comments/1dnfcqg/noreliefonlyanger/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226) 😅 | | | | 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%5F226).*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F226)* |