Why do you want a career in software testing?

Always Learning When asked what they liked best about the role, one thing that came up frequently with our software testers is that they are constantly improving and learning new skills. Whether you’re starting to code, automate or security test, there are always ways to excel further in a software testing career.

Which is easy development or testing?

In general yes, software testing is easier than software development. For developing a software there are many processes involved like requirement gathering, analysis, design , software implementation and development. Software testing is generally taken up from the end user perspective.

Who is a good tester?

A great tester is a quick and self-learner. You do not HAVE to learn new stuff, you should WANT to learn it. You should be able to update yourself with new technologies, processes, tools, skills, etc. on a regular basis.

What should be the academic background of a software tester?

Academic background of a software tester should be in Computer Science. A BTech/ B.E., MCA, BCA, BSc- Computers, will land you a job quickly. If you do not hold any of these degrees, then you must complete a software testing certification like ISTQB and CSTE which help you learn Software Development/ Test Life Cycle and other testing methodologies.

How can I get a software testing job with no experience?

A BTech/ B.E., MCA, BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications), BSc- Computers, will land you a job quickly. If you do not hold any of these degrees, then you must complete a software testing certification like ISTQB and CSTE which help you learn Software Development/ Test Life Cycle and other testing methodologies.

Do companies prefer experience in software testing or QA?

Companies do prefer some kind of relevant experience for any software job, its better if you have appropriate experience in Software Testing and QA. Either it can be a software testing tool experience or some testing courses from reputed institutes. Avoid showing any fake experience as this can ruin your career.

How long does it take to become a software tester?

Software Tester Career Path 1 QA Analyst (Fresher) 2 Sr. QA Analyst (2-3 years’ experience) 3 QA Team Coordinator (5-6 years’ experience) 4 Test Manager (8-11 years’ experience) 5 Senior Test Manager (14+ experience)