> ## 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 #91 - URL: https://softwaretestingweekly.com/issues/91/ - Published: 2021-10-01T12:44:51.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-10T13:17:41.000Z - Description: What makes a good QA manager? 🤔 - Author: Dawid Dylowicz | Comment | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Welcome to the **91st** issue!This week, let's talk about managers.After all, we all have one.But [what makes a good QA manager?](https://www.reddit.com/r/QualityAssurance/comments/puofqb/what%5Fmakes%5Fa%5Fgood%5Fqa%5Fmanager/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)If I were to name three qualities, I'd say trust, transparency and support.But others have are some truly great opinions, too.So check them out — whether you're a QA Manager or you're under one.Happy testing!*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)* | | | | Sponsored [Mailsac — A Fast Email API for Testing](https://mailsac.com/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Do you use email in your tests? 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[Get started in minutes](https://mailsac.com/docs/api?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[mailsac.com](https://mailsac.com/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | | | NEWS | | [Hiring manual and automation testers](https://visible-quality.blogspot.com/2021/09/hiring-manual-and-automation-testers.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)[Maaret Pyhäjärvi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/maaret/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) points out why testers should have both manual and automation skills and why it's important to hire for attitude and potential of growth.Related to that, [Jamaal Todd](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamaal-todd/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) explains why you should [Think Twice Before Labelling Yourself As An Automation Engineer](https://medium.com/geekculture/think-twice-before-labelling-yourself-as-an-automation-engineer-18105fb6830d?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[visible-quality.blogspot.com](https://visible-quality.blogspot.com/2021/09/hiring-manual-and-automation-testers.html?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Is it possible to improve the impact of our testing by simplifying it?](https://dragonsforelevenses.com/2021/09/24/is-it-possible-to-improve-the-impact-of-our-testing-by-simplifying-it/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)*Explore, Act, Improve.*We all know that testing is a complex activity. So it's great to see efforts to make the process simpler. Such as this one by [Stuart Crocker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-crocker-a9a5233/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[dragonsforelevenses.com](https://dragonsforelevenses.com/2021/09/24/is-it-possible-to-improve-the-impact-of-our-testing-by-simplifying-it/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Shift left testing in practice](https://medium.com/@nicholasyaw/shift-left-testing-in-practice-aed86c909dfe?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Here's a great example of how shift-left testing can help engineering teams. [Nicholas Yaw](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasyaw/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) draws a before-and-after picture and shares some valuable lessons learned along the way.Also, [Andrew Quan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhquan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) emphasises why it's important to [Build in Quality as Early and Often as Possible](https://andrewhquan.medium.com/build-in-quality-at-the-earliest-opportunity-c296c1f914e2?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[medium.com](https://medium.com/@nicholasyaw/shift-left-testing-in-practice-aed86c909dfe?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Using Triforce to Define Acceptance Criteria](https://callumakehurstryansblog.wordpress.com/2021/09/23/using-triforce-to-define-acceptance-criteria/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)[Callum Akehurst-Ryan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cakehurstryan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) explains why involving business, product and development in discussions about acceptance criteria is crucial for high quality and successful projects. And then shows a lot of examples.So maybe that's the answer to the question that [Kinga Witko](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kinga-witko-b5bba659/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) asks: [Why do Product Managers, Product Owners, Managers keep making the same mistake and give up on quality?](https://kingatest.wordpress.com/2021/09/26/yes-but-no/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[callumakehurstryansblog.wordpress.com](https://callumakehurstryansblog.wordpress.com/2021/09/23/using-triforce-to-define-acceptance-criteria/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [What software testing looks like in 2021: 3 key elements](https://techbeacon.com/app-dev-testing/what-software-testing-looks-2021-3-key-elements?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)When [James Bach](https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bach-6188a811/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) and [Michael Bolton](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-bolton-08847/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) talk about testing, you should be listening. [Eran Kinsbruner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eran-kinsbruner-4b47a81/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shares the insights from the recent discussion they had about the state of testing in 2021.[techbeacon.com](https://techbeacon.com/app-dev-testing/what-software-testing-looks-2021-3-key-elements?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | | | AUTOMATION | | [Best practices in test automation with Cypress](https://dev.to/walmyrlimaesilv/best-practices-in-test-automation-with-cypress-49ee?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Looking to improve your Cypress tests? [Walmyr Filho](https://www.linkedin.com/in/walmyr-lima-e-silva-filho-147a9110a/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shares useful tips that can be applied to other testing frameworks, too.Moreover, [Gleb Bahmutov](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bahmutov?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) demonstrates how to create [Dynamic Tests From Cypress Fixture](https://glebbahmutov.com/blog/dynamic-tests-from-fixture/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[dev.to](https://dev.to/walmyrlimaesilv/best-practices-in-test-automation-with-cypress-49ee?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Building and testing native mobile apps with React Native and WebdriverIO — Part 3](https://medium.com/tauk-blog/building-and-testing-native-mobile-apps-with-react-native-and-webdriverio-part-3-91178735749c?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)In the third part of the series, [Nathan Krishnan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-krishnan/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shows how to implement automated end-to-end tests for React Native mobile apps using WebdriverIO, Appium and Mocha.[medium.com](https://medium.com/tauk-blog/building-and-testing-native-mobile-apps-with-react-native-and-webdriverio-part-3-91178735749c?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [How to Go From 0 to 1,300+ Automated Tests](https://dev-tester.com/how-to-go-from-0-to-1-300-automated-tests/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Why test automation is so important? [Dennis Martinez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennmart/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shares a story of taking over a project with no tests and how he prioritised automation to achieve high coverage. There are some great lessons learned![dev-tester.com](https://dev-tester.com/how-to-go-from-0-to-1-300-automated-tests/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Performance testing API’s with async/awaits](https://bughuntersam.com/performance-testing-apis-with-async-awaits/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Who said you need a dedicated tool to do load testing? [Sam Connelly](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-connelly/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) proves that implementing an effective performance test can be as simple as using the essential JavaScript libraries.[bughuntersam.com](https://bughuntersam.com/performance-testing-apis-with-async-awaits/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [The Building Blocks Of A UI Test Automation Framework](https://www.ministryoftesting.com/dojo/lessons/the-building-blocks-of-a-ui-test-automation-framework?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Building your own test automation framework for UI testing? [Mark Winteringham](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwinteringham/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) advises what to pay attention to and what components you need to put together.[ministryoftesting.com](https://www.ministryoftesting.com/dojo/lessons/the-building-blocks-of-a-ui-test-automation-framework?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Why We Killed Our End-to-End Test Suite](https://building.nubank.com.br/why-we-killed-our-end-to-end-test-suite/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Here's a great story by [Alexandre Freire](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-freire-kawakami/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) explaining the transition from heavy and long-running end-to-end tests to light and fast contract tests. The most interesting part? Creating a custom contract testing framework instead of using the popular ones — like Pact.[building.nubank.com.br](https://building.nubank.com.br/why-we-killed-our-end-to-end-test-suite/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | | | TOOLS | | [A Comprehensive Guide On JUnit 5 Extensions](https://medium.com/hivency-world/a-comprehensive-guide-on-junit-5-extensions-a8fa52ee3e00?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)This is a must-read if you're implementing your tests in Java. You'll find pretty much everything you need to know about using [JUnit 5](https://junit.org/junit5/docs/current/user-guide/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) for testing. Hats off, [Ghislain Mukendi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghislain-mukendi-ghislain-baa4685b/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)![medium.com](https://medium.com/hivency-world/a-comprehensive-guide-on-junit-5-extensions-a8fa52ee3e00?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Postman Flows: A Guide](https://beththetester.com/2021/09/27/postman-flows/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)[Postman](https://www.postman.com/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) has recently released the beta version of their new feature — Flows. [Beth Marshall](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-marshall/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) describes what it is, how to set it up and how it can help you test APIs even more efficiently.[beththetester.com](https://beththetester.com/2021/09/27/postman-flows/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Selenium 4 Release Candidate is Here!](https://applitools.com/blog/selenium-4-release-candidate/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Some good news for those of you waiting for the official [Selenium 4](https://www.selenium.dev/blog/2021/selenium-4-rc-1/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) release! It's now out of beta now and we've got the first release candidate. [Angie Jones](https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiejones/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) put together a handy reference to useful resources about the new version.And if you're wondering if it's a tool you should be using, [Balázs Réfi](https://www.linkedin.com/in/balazs-refi-bluebird/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) lists out [9 reasons to use Selenium](https://medium.com/@balazs.refi/9-pros-of-using-selenium-1ed54d92b845?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[applitools.com](https://applitools.com/blog/selenium-4-release-candidate/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [Simulating Slow Network Connection For Testing](https://blog.testproject.io/2021/09/27/simulating-slow-network-connection-for-testing/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)Usually, you don't test slow network connections until your users tell you about bugs they found related to that. So why don't you check out [Andreea Draniceanu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%92%BB-andreea-d-2ab81853/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)'s list of tools that you can use to test either web or mobile apps? I love the meme, by the way! 😂[blog.testproject.io](https://blog.testproject.io/2021/09/27/simulating-slow-network-connection-for-testing/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | [We Are Switching From TestCafe to CodeceptJS — Here’s Why](https://www.platformos.com/blog/post/we-are-switching-from-testcafe-to-codeceptjs-here-s-why?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)[Paweł Kowalski](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavelloz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shared an interesting comparison of [TestCafe](https://testcafe.io/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) and [CodeceptJS](https://codecept.io/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) and a reasonable explanation of why they decided to go with the latter.And to hear a contrary opinion, check out [Oswin Losper](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oswin-losper-21520330/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)'s article: [Why I chose TestCafe](https://dev.to/oswinlosper/why-i-chose-testcafe-4l3c?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91).[platformos.com](https://www.platformos.com/blog/post/we-are-switching-from-testcafe-to-codeceptjs-here-s-why?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | | | VIDEOS | | [Why ISTQB Certification is Important (My Experience)?](https://scrolltest.com/2021/09/28/why-istqb-certification-is-important-my-experience/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)There are divided opinions on the usefulness of ISTQB (and similar) certifications for testers. Some say it helps, some say it's a waste of time and money. In this 6-minute video, [Pramod Dutta](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramoddutta/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) shares his opinion based on his experience.[scrolltest.com](https://scrolltest.com/2021/09/28/why-istqb-certification-is-important-my-experience/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) | | | | And… | | ["Fixed"...](https://www.reddit.com/r/ProgrammerHumor/comments/puqtty/a%5Fdefect%5Fcan%5Fnever%5Fbe%5Fa%5Fprogrammers%5Ffault/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91) 😅 | | | | 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%5F91).*[Dawid Dylowicz](https://linkedin.com/in/dawid-dylowicz/?utm%5Fcampaign=Software%2BTesting%2BWeekly&utm%5Fsource=Software%5FTesting%5FWeekly%5F91)* |