This episode is hosted by Simon Tomes, Community Lead at Ministry of Testing, alongside the amazing community members Kulas Angeles, Emna Ayadi and Demi Van Malcot. In Episode 10 of The Testing Planet News, the focus is on exploring quality coaching within the context of software testing.
The discussion explored the evolving role of quality coaches, their challenges and the varying perspectives on their responsibilities within teams. A key theme was the difficulty quality coaches encounter in proving their value, as many organisations prioritise automation and traditional testing roles over coaching.Â
They shared insights on how quality coaching is often misunderstood, with its impact being harder to quantify compared to hands-on testing or direct automation contributions. The conversation also highlighted how company structures and team dynamics influence the effectiveness of coaching, with some organisations fully embracing it while others struggle to see its benefits.
Another major point of discussion was whether quality coaches should engage in hands-on testing. While some argued that coaching should remain a guiding and strategic role, others emphasised the importance of staying technically engaged to lead by example.Â
This session also revealed that the level of hands-on involvement depends on factors such as team size, organisational expectations and the coach’s specific focus. The session concluded with encouragement for ongoing discussions within the community, inviting further engagement through blog posts, talks and forum discussions.
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