Tech Debt

Add Meme
A four-panel comic illustrating the concept of technical debt. In the first panel, two stick figures dressed as miners, wearing helmets and holding tools, excitedly say 'This way!' as they enter a cave. A bug watches from a distance. In the second panel, the miners dig enthusiastically, one saying 'We are progressing so fast together!' while the other deposits the dug out material behind them. The third panel shows the miners standing still with worried expressions, looking at water leaking into the cave, one says 'This doesn’t look good.' In the final panel, they are waist-deep in water, looking distressed as they stand next to the pile of material they dug out with the words 'Tech Debt' carved into it. A bug sits on a ledge above, controlling a valve that’s causing the flood.

Kat Obring
she/her
Founder, Director
Former chef turned software testing expert Kat Obring brings 20 years of experience from Disney, Anaplan, and Accenture. She coaches testers and advises managers on testing strategy.
Subscribe to our memes
RiskStorming image
An educational tool to explore Risk Analysis and Quality Strategy building with the whole team.
Explore MoT
Software Testing Live: Episode 02: Access All Areas image
Software Testing Live: Episode 02: Access All Areas with Jane D'Cruz
MoT Foundation Certificate in Test Automation
Unlock the essential skills to transition into Test Automation through interactive, community-driven learning, backed by industry expertise
This Week in Testing
Debrief the week in Testing via a community radio show hosted by Simon Tomes and members of the community
Subscribe to our newsletter
We'll keep you up to date on all the testing trends.