Solo but not alone: Navigating life as a lone quality engineer - Into the MoTaverse - Episode 9
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In this episode of Into the MoTaverse, Rosie Sherry sits down with quality engineer and MoTaverse ambassador Judy Mosley to discuss her unconventional path into tech and the realities of being a "lone tester." Judy reflects on her transition from a stay-at-home mom to a tech professional, highlighting how seeing relatable, authentic women in leadership gave her the permission to lead as her true self. Their conversation explores the "world-building" aspect of quality, where establishing the right environment and communication style is just as important as finding bugs.
The dialogue shifts into the practicalities of working as a solo QA, where Judy emphasizes that trust is the primary currency. She shares her innovative uses of Slack, from using "lists" to document team decisions to being transparent about using AI to assist with tedious bug reporting.
The episode concludes with a powerful reminder on the importance of community: when you are the only advocate for quality in a company, finding your people is essential for growth, sanity, and staying challenged in an ever-evolving industry.
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