🏁 My 2026 Goals: Escape the House, Hack the World, and Write About It

Confession time: I’ve become far too much of a house human. While it’s lovely working from home during the colder, wetter seasons (central heating, snacks, decent WiFi and all the warm blankets), I’d like 2026 to be the year I rejoin the wider QA and tech world—virtually, physically, and socially.

So here are a few things I’m aiming for:

1. Hack the Leaderboard
Somehow, despite barely logging in last year, I’ve managed to stay in the Top 1% on TryHackMe. This year, I want to actively climb—my stretch goal is to hit the global Top 50. I’d also love to pick up a new certification or two while I’m at it. Time to brush off the virtual lockpicks and dive back in.

2. Write More, Think Aloud
I’ve started writing QA and tech articles on Medium and want to make it a consistent practice. Not just for the writing itself, but as a way to process ideas, share things I’ve learned, and maybe even connect with other testers who are exploring similar challenges.

3. Attend Meetups (and Maybe Even Talk to People)
The goal: stop being a house gremlin and start attending more meetups—online, in-person, or hybrid. I’ve lurked long enough. Even a small nudge toward being more social would be a big win for me.