Ben Dowen
Lead Quality Engineer
He/Him
I am Open to Speak, Teach, Write, Mentor
I explore the world of software development and testing. Join me as I continue my adventures, discovering the wonders of quality.
Achievements
Certificates
Awarded for:
Achieving 5 or more Community Star badges
Activity
earned:
99 Second Talks - Day 1 at TestBash Brighton 2024
earned:
99 Second Talks - Day 1 at TestBash Brighton 2024
earned:
15.2.0 of MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate
earned:
17.5.0 of MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate
earned:
Navigating a career in Quality Engineering
Contributions
Explore how testers are blending AI with human judgment to improve exploratory testing, sharpen risk thinking, and stay accountable for quality in 2026.
Develop the mindset and practical coaching techniques that help teams build shared responsibility for continuous quality
Explore why questioning systems and trusting your judgement still matter in quality engineering and testing.
Focusing on balanced outcomes, not just output
Discover why mobile testing is both simpler and more complex than web testing
Had a great time at TWiQ this week, and wanted to stash all of the "thoughts" that popped up in our chat
- Mobile testing is transitioning from The Cupboard of devices towards Cloud Services (a ...
4 quality insights on what to do for the next generation of Quality Engineers
Discover how “good enough,” honesty, and a clear quality narrative help teams care more and make better decisions.
Boost your career in quality engineering with the MoT Software Quality Engineering Certificate.
Unpack the blurred meaning of quality engineering through real stories and honest reflection
after so much waiting and anticipating , I am returning to my career after a full time parenting break.
These 2 years were full of mixed feelings and self-doubts but I owe this community to back...