Transformations

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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…

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Hello and welcome to the latest episode of the Testing Peers podcast.

This week join Chris, David, Shey and Russell as the Peers talk about transformations.

The banter for this week's episode comes from Shey, asking the group which sport they would have love to have been a professional in.

Then the Peers dived into the main topic, introduced by Shey. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of our experiences with transformations.

What role do we, as testers, play in transformations? We are by very nature, change agents.

The group discuss the somewhat forced transformational change that the Covid pandemic had on workplaces, and how organisations have diverged a lot in the new normal.

What are your experiences with transformations?

The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025.

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Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing.

nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They’ve been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they’ve now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years!

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Testing Peers

Transformations

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published il y a un an

MP3•Maison d'episode

Hello and welcome to the latest episode of the Testing Peers podcast.

This week join Chris, David, Shey and Russell as the Peers talk about transformations.

The banter for this week's episode comes from Shey, asking the group which sport they would have love to have been a professional in.

Then the Peers dived into the main topic, introduced by Shey. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of our experiences with transformations.

What role do we, as testers, play in transformations? We are by very nature, change agents.

The group discuss the somewhat forced transformational change that the Covid pandemic had on workplaces, and how organisations have diverged a lot in the new normal.

What are your experiences with transformations?

The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025.

Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/

If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/

If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/

contactUs@TestingPeers.com

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LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers)

Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/)

Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers)

We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores

If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers

Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing.

nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers.

www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch.

Support the show

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Testability 28:52

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Hello and welcome to episode 125 of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, joining Chris, Russell and David is the returning guest host, Al Goodall. Before diving into the main topic, Al asks the group to think about book collections, a nice mix of techno-thrillers and classic prose on offer. Russell kicks off the main discussion around testability, what is it in which context? The Peers talk through implementation, pitches, prompts, value, maintainability and more. Chris also brings out the TestSphere card deck to look at the Testability Quality Aspect card. What does Testability look like in your context? Have we mastered it? What can we do better? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They’ve been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they’ve now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Support the show…

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Transformations 29:07

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Hello and welcome to the latest episode of the Testing Peers podcast. This week join Chris, David, Shey and Russell as the Peers talk about transformations. The banter for this week's episode comes from Shey, asking the group which sport they would have love to have been a professional in. Then the Peers dived into the main topic, introduced by Shey. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of our experiences with transformations. What role do we, as testers, play in transformations? We are by very nature, change agents. The group discuss the somewhat forced transformational change that the Covid pandemic had on workplaces, and how organisations have diverged a lot in the new normal. What are your experiences with transformations? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They’ve been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they’ve now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Support the show…

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Professional Development 45:40

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Welcome to another episode of the Testing Peers podcast. David, Russell and Chris are joined by Sergio Friere to talk about all things Professional Development. Sergio leads the banter and asks the peers what their oldest memories are, everything from canal boat parties to visiting a zulu hut are mentioned, with ages ranging from age 3-6ish between the peers. As we start the main topic, Sergio shares his journey of going into teaching now to educate students on testing (win for #MakeATester). He shares how he made the decision to jump into this and his learnings once taking on the role. The peers share their own journeys of professional development and offer tips to the listeners to focus on their own development to grow their careers. What have been your key learnings on your professional development journey? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors - NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They've been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they've now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Support the show…

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Holiday Season Backlog Refinement 59:52

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Seasons Greetings! Thank you for joining us for our fifth annual podcast at Christmastime, this year's festive cheers with the Testing Peers brings Russell, Simon, David, Tara, Beth & Chris together to refine the holiday season backlog [see the footnote after the sponsor message for more details]. Who doesn't feel the festive warm & fuzzies over a refinement session? Before we jump in, Russell warms us all up with an ice breaker based on Christmas drink preferences. The we all dive in. Chris (the business - in this case) has populated a series of epics for the team of Peers to commit to delegating Christmas on time. Christmas Tree Size Estimation Framework: From desk-sized (1) to forest-worthy (6). Epics: Festive Décor: Lights, trees, & cosy vibes (no tinsel, for the pets!). Festive Events: Baking nights, light tours & Secret Santa. Gift-Giving: Thoughtful presents, no gimmicks. Holiday Self-Care: Quiet evenings & avoiding burnout. Traditions: Advent calendars, holiday movies, & music playlists. Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from us all here at Peers HQ The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They’ve been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing & fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers & they’ve now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk & info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Holiday Season Backlog The Peers embraced their festive spirit by creating a "Holiday Season Backlog," blending testing concepts with holiday preparation! Here's the breakdown: Christmas Tree Size Framework 6: Forest 5: Town Square 4: Shopping Centre 3: Fancy House 2: Modest House 1: Desk Definition of Ready (DoR): 3 Peers agree it’s ready Definition of Done (DoD): Santa’s approval! 🎅 Epics and User Stories 1. Festive Décor - Town Square Goal: Transform spaces into magical holiday settings. Tasks: Fairy lights, tree decorations, wreaths, and cushions. Requirements: Keep it cosy and avoid tinsel (pets say no!). 2. Festive Events - Town Square Goal: Spread holiday cheer through activities. Tasks: Tree-lighting ceremony, film marathons, Secret Santa, baking nights, and light tours. Risks: Festive fatigue from over-scheduling. 3. Gift-Giving - Fancy House Goal: Thoughtful gifts for smiles and joy. Tasks: Draft gift lists, set postage reminders, donate to charity, and avoid gimmicky gadgets. 4. Holiday Self-Care - Modest House Goal: Maintain mental well-being during the holidays. Tasks: Relaxing evenings, “no obligation” days, acts of kindness, and avoiding burnout. 5. Festive Traditions - Forest Goal: Celebrate beloved seasonal traditions. Tasks: Advent calendars, holiday movies, music playlists, theatre shows, and family games. Notes: Self-care wins over endless activities. Highlights: Peer collaboration: Everything was Support the show…

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Tools for Testers 33:56

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Thank you for joining us for episode 121 of the Testing Peers Podcast. This time, join Chris, Tara, Russell and David as we discuss tools for testers. Before diving into the main topic, to mark the festive period, Tara poses the ice-breaker question of the Peers' favourite Holiday movie. It's a Wonderful Life, Die Hard, Home Alone, Spirited, The Grinch and Violent Night are included. Then we move on to the main event.....tools for testers. The Peers discuss screen readers and recorders, AI, computers, phones, tablets, post-it notes, to-do lists, whiteboarding tools, dictating tools and more. As testers, we all use tools everyday. What's in your toolkit? Are there any tools that you couldn't live without? What are you looking for in a tool? How do you navigate the sales pitches? Can there be one tool to rule them all? Do we listen to music while we work? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors – NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They’ve been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they’ve now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touc Support the show…

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Does the role of the SDET have a future? 34:15

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Welcome to another Testing Peers podcast episode. This time, join Chris, David, Richard Bradshaw and Al Goodall (whose surname Chris had some real issues remembering, sorry Al!) In this episode, the Peers talk about the role of the SDET. Is it SDEad? To break the ice, Al leads the group into a discussion about the best live albums, in our humble opinions. Shout-outs to Linkin Park, Sky, Raye, Live Aid, Iron Maiden, U2, Seal and Hoobastank! The main topic dives into the main topic - the role of the SDET. What does it mean? Is it a synonym for a test automation engineer? Are you a tester if you're an SDET? What does the role of an SDET look like where you work? Chris asks his favourite AI tool for a definition to stimulate the conversation. "The main difference between a software development engineer in test and a test automation engineer is focus and responsibility. An SDET focuses on bridging the gap between development and testing processes. And a test automation engineer focuses on designing and implementing automated tests." The Peers talk about context, focus, tooling, frameworks, responsibility, problem-solving and quality! What do you think the future for the SDET is? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors - NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They've been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they've now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Support the show…

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What's Next? (Careers) 38:07

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Welcome to another episode of the Testing Peers. On this episode, Chris is joined by Vernon Richards, Heather Carter and Richard Hinton to talk about career journeys and making that decision around next steps. Before that, Heather kicks off the banter by asking for 2 Truths and 1 Lie from each of the hosts. You'll need to listen to work out which ones are which. Chris starts the conversation about what is next for our careers, and the topic moves toward Personal Brand/Professional Reputation and the importance of being able to stand out. The key aspect discussed is channelling your passion and shouting about it. Heather also talks about setting her own company and the branding related to that. Discussion moves to looking into going out on your own and Richard talks about the challenges of contracting while also setting up your own business. Heather's business page here: https://wearetether.com/ Chris talks about his job searching experiences and how he started with his values, key quotes and some of his challenges. There's a lot of power in sharing knowledge and continuously learning and this is a key theme in the discussion. What are your next career steps? The Testing Peers Conference is happening on the 13th March 2025. Tickets available here: https://testingpeerscon.com/ticket/ If you wish to Sponsor the conference: https://testingpeerscon.com/partners/ If you wish to volunteer for the event: https://testingpeerscon.com/volunpeer/ contactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Thanks to our brand new sponsors - NFocus Testing. nFocus are a UK based software testing company. They've been supporting businesses for 24 years by providing services that include burst resource, accelerated test automation, performance testing and fully managed testing services. In 2021, they launched a Test Automation Academy to create amazing testers and they've now created jobs for 48 people in our industry in just under three years! nFocus were a big part of PeersCon in 2024, really grateful for all they do supporting the Testing Peers. www.nfocus.co.uk and info@nfocus.co.uk for anyone wanting to get in touch. Support the show…

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Authenticity at work 33:36

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Hello and welcome to the latest episode of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, join Chris, David, Simon and first-time host, Butch Mayhew. Ahead of the main topic, Butch asks the group about their ideal superpower. We discuss controlling time, teleportation, flying, awareness (we'll come back to that later in the episode) and Butch's idea to have mustard and ketchup fly out of his fingers, because why not? The Peers then dive in the topic of authenticity - inspired as a topic by Simon's post on LinkedIn . What does being authentic at work mean to you? Values, where I stand, hills that I will die on, credibility, ethics, boundaries. What does that look like in terms of safety at work? Boundaries? Respect? With different audiences? Naturally, this can all be influenced by context (it's a Peers pod, of course context comes into it). We discuss accountability and feedback, as well as mental health, privacy and more. The Testing Peers Conference 2025 has now launched the CFP open until November 2nd: https://testingpeerscon.com/collaboration-2025/ ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patre Support the show…

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Letting Go 38:48

il y a 21 weeks38:48

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Welcome to episode 117 of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, join Chris, David, Russell and Heather as we discuss closure and letting go! Heather kicks us off with a discussion around last-minute travel decisions and we think Russell probably wins! The Peers then jump into a discussion about letting go. Changing roles. What is your identity? Who am I (professionally)? What am I good at? What do I enjoy? What will I do when I retire? Is it out of your control? What can we do as leaders? How can we ensure our teams are heard? The Peers talk about adaptability and agility. The toll and fatigue that can be associated with letting go. Russell spins the conversation around more positivity so what are the group proud to have let go of? Heather mentions ShipItCon, specifically the talk by Charity Majors you can find a link to watch it here . The Testing Peers Conference 2025 has now launched the CFP: https://testingpeerscon.com/collaboration-2025/ ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Support the show…

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Single Points of Failure 33:03

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Welcome to another episode of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, Jesper Ottosen joins Russell, David and Chris as we discuss single points of failure. As ever, we begin with our first email handles - as it turns out ours weren't so embarrassing and have persisted, but at least we break the ice! Diving into the main topic, the group quickly talk about the single points of failure as people. "what if they go on holiday?" " what if so and so wins the lottery?" and so on. Are there robust handover processes in place? Russell then moves the thinking to systems and processes that affect. Thinking about HR or payment systems. The Peers discuss what mitigation looks like, continuous processes iterating as we go along, as well as validating these systems - think fire and safety drills. We talk also about business continuity and disaster recovery. How do you identify these in your workplace? How do you prepare? The Testing Peers Conference 2025 has now launched the CFP: https://testingpeerscon.com/collaboration-2025/ ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Support the show…

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No Testers, No Problem 33:36

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Welcome to another episode of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, join Chris, Russell, Callum Akehurst-Ryan & Leigh Rathbone as we talk on the topic of "No Testers, No Problem". Before the main topic, Callum asks the group for their favourite fictional AI. From GLaDOS, I.N.T.E.L.L.I.G.E.N.C.E., the Terminator and Max Headroom. What's your favourite fictional AI? Leigh then introduces the topics of trends in the industry, touching on his #PeersCon24 talk, are we moving towards or away from organisations hiring testers or building quality functions, as is that ok? The Peers discuss perception, reputation, the hows and whys? Responsibilities, expectations, the costs and historical rationale. We cover discussions on culture, context, copy & paste models and the requirement to make informed decisions on quality & risk. What do you think? The Testing Peers Conference 2025 has now launched the CFP: https://testingpeerscon.com/collaboration-2025/ ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreo Support the show…

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Learning Fast 38:11

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Thanks for joining us for episode 114 of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, Ben Dowen joins Russell, David and Chris as we dive into the topic of learning fast (as a different take on failing fast). For this episode's banter, Ben asks the group about what their reasons to be cheerful are. A lot of learning, project closing and summer time activities (or lack of activities) ahead! The Peers then dive into the main topic. Russell explains the power of the language and cognitive biases around failure, and why he therefore opts for learning fast rather than failing fast. Russell quotes Thomas Edison: I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. Ben talks about the joys as a tester of exploration and the Peers talk about how things look and feel for those of us who naturally work well in environments where everything is not and cannot be known up front. Shorter feedback loops, humility, recognition, collaboration and exploration are further pressed into. But what do you do with that learning? Can you change, react, be resilient, agile? How can that information work within constraints, contracts and various contexts? What are the causes and effects? We talk about documentation, comments and the value they also provide. Russell mentions the game Testing Jenga . ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Support the show…

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Emotional Intelligence 31:49

il y a 29 weeks31:49

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Thank you for joining us for episode 113 of the Testing Peers podcast. This time, Sanne Visser & Vernon Richards join Chris & David to discuss Emotional Intelligence. By the way, if you haven't already heard - Vernon hosts the Vernon Richard show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheVernonRichardShow After Vernon's hot drinks ice-breaker we dive into the main topic. Emotional intelligence ( EI ) is defined as the ability to perceive, use, understand, manage, and handle emotions. People with high emotional intelligence can recognize their own emotions and those of others, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, and adjust emotions to adapt to environments. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emotional_intelligence Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to manage both your own emotions and understand the emotions of people around you. There are five key elements to EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. https://mhanational.org/what-emotional-intelligence-and-how-does-it-apply-workplace The Peers discuss what we view as emotional intelligence and EQ means to us in various contexts. From awareness, experimentation, exploration, motivation, constraints, awareness, cause & affect, prediction and volatility. We talk about what that looks like in the introvert/extrovert spectrum. Sanne also speaks to her passion in stoicism and emotional regulation. What does emotional intelligence look like to you? How would you approach starting a testing team from scratch? ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Support the show…

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Building Testing Teams 31:04

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Thank you for joining us for episode 112 of the Testing Peers podcast. This time around we are talking on the topic of building testing teams, with Simon, Russell, David & Chris. The banter focuses in on favourite or memorable plot twists. Then Simon poses this hypothetical scenario - If you landed in a role and you were the first person there who has been given the task to build a [test] team, what would you do? Russell wins the 'it depends on the context' prize, but of course he is right. Questions like: Who are you employed by? What are their expectations? What is your budget? What are the constraints? What are the dependencies? Who already is working there? What is the risk appetite? Who are the customers? What does the tech stack look like? and more…. The Peers dive into biases, measures, agility and more in this episode. How would you approach starting a testing team from scratch? ContactUs@TestingPeers.com Twitter ( https://twitter.com/testingpeers ) LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/testing-peers ) Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/testingpeers/ ) Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/TestingPeers ) We’re also now on GoodPods, check it out via the mobile app stores If you like what we do and are able to, please visit our Patreon to explore how you could support us going forwards: https://www.patreon.com/testingpeers Saffron QA is a provider of recruitment and consultancy services, exclusively for the software testing industry. You can find out more at https://saffronqa.co.uk/ or on LinkedIn Support the show…

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