🖖 The fear factor in Software Testing: Recognize it, address it, transform it
01 May 2026
In this moment:
Suzanne Kraaij
We are thrilled to announce that Suzanne Kraaij will be joining us at MoTaCon to tackle this very common issue!
We’ve all been there. A major incident happens and suddenly the 'logic' of risk-based testing is replaced by a 'test everything' reaction.Â
Before you know it, your team is exhausted, and fear and anxiety have taken over.
In her talk, Suzanne will cover:
We’ve all been there. A major incident happens and suddenly the 'logic' of risk-based testing is replaced by a 'test everything' reaction.Â
Before you know it, your team is exhausted, and fear and anxiety have taken over.
In her talk, Suzanne will cover:
- How teams unintentionally shift from risk-based to fear-based testing
- Real-world stories of what happens when logic flies out the window
- Practical strategies for testers, devs and managers to rebuild trust and clarity
- How to transform anxiety back into a deliberate, value-driven activity
Don't let fear dictate your quality strategy. Join us to learn how to restore confidence and focus in your testing process!
Register for MoTaCon today!
Diana Dromey
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I love meeting people, hosting friends and family, snowboarding, food, binge-watching sci-fi TV shows, photography, my family and life itself!
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