AMA about Working as a Lone Tester
17 Mar 2026
Being the only QA team member can feel difficult. Working to build a Quality atmosphere throughout the company can be daunting. I've been there multiple times now. I'm happy to answer any questions you have about being the only QA, how to support yourself, and how to view your teammates through an empathetic lens.
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Judy Mosley
QA Engineer
She/her
QA Engineer curious about systems and how they work. My experience includes participating in Agile processes, automated testing, and sharing insights. More human than bot. Interests: ☕, 🎧, and 🧶
Ady Stokes
How do you balance testing and influencing the team to make quality a priority?
Simon Tomes
As a lone tester, how do you find yourself a buddy/advocate to support you and your goals?
Gary Hawkes
What do you do to set your career goals and motivate yourself to progress them, without having a likeminded team around you?
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