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Ady Stokes
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STEC and SQEC Certified. MoT Ambassador, writer, speaker, accessibility advocate. Consulting, Leeds Chapter Lead. MoT Certs curator. Testing wisdom, friendly, songs and poems. Great minds think differently
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Accessibility should be a primary consideration when building MVPs, pilot programs or any quick builds. Save a ton of time and money later if you do.
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Definitions of Adaptable test design
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What is the most critical first step in setting up a testing function?
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Definitions of Quality Engineering
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The testing community is multi-talented
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Recognise the common signs of burnout, and explore practical strategies for seeking support and rebuilding well-being
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