Tomasz Kowalski

I don't believe in luck (maybe a bit?). So I have to repost. Senior QA Engineer here, specializing in automation and searching (and solving) new challenges. I'm quite good on building solid testing frameworks from the ground up, primarily with Playwright (Cypress and I have a complicated relationship – let's just say we've agreed to disagree. And Selenium? Let's be real, it's 2024!). But even if you don't have anything else, in other testing layers – I can help you with that too. Beyond automation, I'm passionate about streamlining processes, optimizing release pipelines, and everything in between. My toolkit includes JS/TS, with a bit of Bash and Python. Currently exploring new opportunities and seeking a product team (sorry software houses/"workforce selling" companies) that values quality as much as I do. Think I could be your missing piece? Let's chat! You can find more details in my original post: https://lnkd.in/dCDdrxb7 Also I know post will have quite traction so I can also link my guide (welcome to expand it) about building QA architecture in companies: https://lnkd.in/gHkEMZsr #qa #automations #work #search #playwright #javascript #typescript #resume #OpenToWork #recruitment #qualityassurance

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Old but GOLD. Why does the IT industry NOT need testers (never does!)? I am starting a new project that will help to solve this eternal question. As a QA engineer with over a decade of experience, I am confident that testing is very important. But there is another quite significant group of tech people who think in the opposite way. I am happy to have both sides in my LinkedIn network. So hopefully, I will gather a sufficient quantity of both opinions. 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐀 💡 I plan to post from one to several examples per week why testing is important, with some real examples from the industry and my personal experience. Thankfully, I have enough of such cases. 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒 ⚙ It would be nothing without your impact, so I need the help of my network here. I will highly appreciate sharing your own examples of the significant role of testing. And of course, if you think that testing is a useless time/money spending, let me know as well. 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓 ✅ In the end, I plan to gather statistics of REAL cases, conduct analysis, and provide a solution that should be helpful for everyone from each side of the wall. From the QA perspective, you will be able to re-use my audit and improve your existing process. And, from a business perspective, you will learn how to save a lot of resources by applying testing services more effectively. I will highly appreciate feedback from QA Engineers, Software Developers, HR and Delivery Managers, C Levels, Business Owners, and everyone else who would like to share their own experience about the pros and cons of Testing. Let’s make an impact together! #wedonotneedtesters #QA #Testing #Softwaredevelopment

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It's quite eye-opening to learn that a lot of software development projects hit a snag right at the finish line. Did you know that a whopping 80% of the work actually happens in the last 20% of the project? This crucial stage often doesn't get the attention it deserves. Many development agencies find themselves struggling here because of poor planning and budget issues, which sadly leads to projects being abandoned prematurely. What starts as a 6-9 month journey can unexpectedly stretch into years or, even worse, never get completed.

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BizDevOps = Scrum?! I read an article where the author states that DevOps' future is integrating DevOps with Business. As stated: "so companies can build user-oriented products more quickly." As agile is dying but the future is BizDevOps which - in my interpretation - is the totally the same. Companies should develop valuable products for their users asap. This is the main idea behind Scrum as well: "that helps people, teams and organizations generate value through adaptive solutions for complex problems." IMHO it is a renaming of an already existing approach which is getting unpopular nowadays in certain tech circles. What's your point on that? #scrum #devops #bizdevops #agileisdead

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1. Gradle Inc. Gradle is like a magic builder for your software projects. Think of building a house - you need to assemble bricks, wood, and other materials. Gradle does this for software. It takes your code, puts all the pieces together, and turns it into a working app or software. It's super fast and can handle big projects with ease, making sure everything is in the right place. 2. Phabricator Phabricator is like an all-in-one project hub for software development. Think of it as a digital workshop where your team can plan, build, and manage projects together. It helps you track tasks, review code, and collaborate in one place. This makes sure everyone stays on the same page, work moves smoothly, and projects are completed efficiently. 3. Gitea Gitea is like a digital storage locker for your code, but with teamwork in mind. Imagine working on a project with friends. You all need to keep track of who did what and make sure you're not messing up each other's work. Gitea helps you do that by letting you save your code, track changes, and collaborate seamlessly. Plus, it’s lightweight and super easy to set up! 4. Huginn Huginn is like your personal internet assistant. Imagine having a smart robot that watches the internet for you and takes action when something happens. Huginn can send you alerts, gather information, and even perform tasks automatically. Whether it’s monitoring news, tracking emails, or managing social media, Huginn makes your online life easier by doing the repetitive work for you. 5. Tabnine TabNine is like an intelligent assistant for coding. Let's say you’re writing a long essay, and someone whispers the next sentence to you. That’s what TabNine does for coding. It predicts what you’re about to type next and offers suggestions, helping you code faster and with fewer mistakes. It’s like having a smart friend who knows exactly what you need. 6. Ansible by Red Hat Ansible is like a remote control for your IT tasks. Imagine having to cook dinner for 100 people in different kitchens. Ansible helps you control all the stoves from one place. It automates tasks like setting up servers, deploying apps, or managing systems, so you don’t have to do it manually. It’s super efficient, reliable, and saves a ton of time. Follow For More 🤖

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Yesterday I had the opportunity to speak at the Test Automation Days about how we as people who work in software development can implement more sustainable practices in our daily work. Let me share one of the (adapted) quiz questions from my presentation: what is the most environmentally friendly programming language would you say, and why? Answer without Googling 😉.

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🎤Agile Swarming - Ideas that cripple organizations in 2024 is now live. It was really fun to run this talk this year in #Cracow 🐶 Let me know if you liked it https://lnkd.in/eUcvzbwq #systemthinking #lessworks #teamtopologies #agileisdead #conwaylaw #cognitiveload #codeownership

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I'll be talking about building future-proof React applications on the 30th of May in Bucharest. Everyone needs to have a set of principles they follow so they don't have to think about every problem from scratch. I'll tell you how I've been building React applications for the last 8 years. What works. What doesn't. What to focus on to make sure you don't have to rewrite your application every year. Because programming is about solving problems. But engineering is about maintaining those solutions over time.

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🚀 Exciting news from Parasoft! 🚀 They've just released the 2024.1 versions of their top-tier testing tools, including Jtest for Java, dotTEST for C#, .NET, and DTP for testing analytics. Here are some highlights: ✨ Jtest Enhancements ◼ AI-powered test templates in Unit Test Assistant for more control and customization. ◼ Real-time test impact analysis directly within the IDE, giving developers instant feedback on code changes. 🔍 dotTEST Updates: ◼ Integration with OpenAI/Azure OpenAI Service for AI-generated fixes in flow analysis violations. ◼ Support for the latest CWE list (4.14) and improved static analysis configurations. 🛡️ DTP Innovations: ◼ Accelerated security vulnerability remediation using AI, matching rule violations to known vulnerabilities with probability scores. These advancements are designed to streamline our workflows, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time. What do you think❓ #SoftwareTesting #Java #CSharp #DotNet #AI #Parasoft #SoftwareEngineering #CoreTalent #WeAreCoreTalent #Software #SoftwareJobs #SoftwareDevelopment

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WARNING ⚠ : Are you about to design or work on a microservices project? If so, you really need to read this first. I will be publishing a series of articles about the dark side of microservices projects, and how some tiny design mistakes can grow into huge problems 🌋. My point of views are up for debate. I'm not saying I'm right, rather I'm showcasing some of the problems I went through. If you have an opposing opinion please share it with me as these discussions can help both of us learn more 📚.

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Please seriously consider learning how to practice TDD properly. That way, if anything doesn't work as intended, the failed tests will tell you exactly what went wrong. Tests are our best debugging buddy.

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🎓 Getting the most out of your Learning Budget As we approach the end of the year, many engineers and engineering managers find themselves asking the same question: “How can I best utilize the remaining learning budget?”(if they have left any) Learning budgets are an important investment in both individual growth and organizational success. However, not all companies approach them in the same way. 💡 Common Approaches to Learning Budgets in Tech: 1️⃣ Use-it-or-lose-it: Budgets reset annually, encouraging employees to leverage them before the deadline(like end of year). 2️⃣ Flexible Rollovers: Some companies allow unused funds to carry over, promoting thoughtful planning and long-term development goals. 3️⃣ Pre-approved Tracks: Structured offerings(like Coursera / Udemy access ) aligned with organizational priorities (e.g., certifications, courses on leadership, or domain-specific training). 4️⃣ Employee-Led Initiatives: Empowering team members to choose learning paths that resonate with their professional aspirations. Each approach has its pros and cons, but the impact ultimately depends on how strategically the budget is spent. So, how do you choose where to invest your remaining budget? For senior engineers transitioning to staff engineering or other leadership roles, or experienced engineering managers looking to improve their technical design skills, investing in a well-rounded course can yield transformative results. 👉 That’s why I’ve designed the Business Oriented System Design Course—a program tailored for middle/senior engineers and EMs to bridge the gap between technical depth and organizational strategy. In this 10 week course, you’ll learn how to: • How to understand what to build in a first place. • How to address various functional and non functional requirements. • How to make architecture decisions. • How to document software architecture and convey it to team members. If you’re considering how to spend your learning budget wisely, this course could be the perfect way to prepare for the challenges ahead in 2024. 💼 Tturn your remaining budget into a career-defining investment, enroll now: https://lnkd.in/d5-tFF_W Let’s make your growth the most impactful thing you take into the new year!

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{let xmas_spirit=true} 100% off our `Personal Performance` course (until Thursday 12th December) Code: "REVIEWIT" https://lnkd.in/eQ5tYTFV PLEASE ADD A SHORT REVIEW AS A COURTESY. Thank you very much in advance. Truth. 100% off! Enjoy. ;-) 👋🏾💪🏾2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣4️⃣ #techlead #Techlayoffs #developers #java #personal #career You have until Thursday 12th December 23:59 to register for free at no financial cost to you. In return just write a brief one to three sentence review of our work. I will collect the feedback to create a brand adventure in 2025. Note: there is limited availability on promotion codes, so when they are gone they are gone. Merry Xmas from moi!

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🌅 Good Day, folks! Welcome to Week 2 , Day 6 of our #buildwithcountry journey. Today we are working on next part of our Technical Documentation of Bubble Product - Non - Functional Requirements for the User. Doc - https://2ly.link/1xzqK Non-functional requirements are the unsung heroes that ensure an app doesn’t just function, but thrives under any conditions. They’re all about the how and the where — how fast does the app load? Can it handle the traffic on a busy Monday morning? They set the stage for a smooth, enjoyable experience for everyone who uses the app, making sure it’s not only working but also secure, scalable, and easy to maintain. These standards are crucial because they help prevent headaches down the road, like slow performance during peak times or security breaches that could put user data at risk. Stay tuned for more 🛠️✨ #buildinpublic

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Two more days till our first workshop about Vision Agents 🤖 We will dive into: - What Vision Agents are - How they can be used - How to build your first own one for test automation Signup in comments ⬇️

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99% of CTOs I speak to avoid hiring software engineers for this reason: If you can’t: > Accept constructive feedback > Talk about a project that went wrong > Take accountability for mistakes > Acknowledge contribution of others It’s time to reassess- fast Less ego, more modesty

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