What we’re about
All test professionals and software development people are welcome — programmers, managers, designers, architects, technical support folk, documentors, project managers, etc.
Sydney Testers is about smarter software testing. We welcome any IT professional that performs or supports the practice of testing. This may be manual testers, automation specialists, performance, security, test managers, developers (acceptance testing and unit testing), devops crew, end users (UAT testing), and others...
We are a group of people with a focus to improve testing for Sydney. We operate under a shared set of values and principles. We seek to practice high-value testing rather than so-called "best practice".
Anyone is welcome to join this meetup group that wants to do any of the following:
• Stay fresh with the latest trends
• Network with testing professionals
• Learn new testing techniques and tools
Sydney Testers holds monthly networking meetups and talks.
Recruiters, please read our policy on recruitment
You can also join the conversation by tweeting @SydneyTesters, or joining our Slack conversation group (email the lead to get access)
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Xmas Double Bill - Talking Quality & Job Search, AM Charrett & Cerosh JacobThe Onset, Sydney
For our December event we have a Christmas Special for you! Anne-Marie Charrett and Cerosh Jacob return with some talks on great, prescient and provocative topics! Come along and meet your fellow testers for some Yuletide fun and learning! Details below -
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Anne-Marie Charrett - Screw Testing, Let's Talk Quality!
"Many of us have heard the phrase ‘Quality is a team responsibility’ meaning instead of quality being owned by one person (typically a tester) it’s something that many are responsible for.
But what does the word quality mean for testers, your team and importantly for your stakeholders? Will the role of tester no longer exist? Is quality simply another word for testing, or is there more to Quality than we think?
This talk explores the importance of understanding quality in the context of a contemporary engineering practices such as Extreme Programming, CI/CD and Devops. When quality is owned collectively, it can facilitate testability and shift testing closer to the design process.
Do I believe testers have a place in this future? Absolutely! In fact, I think the role of a tester is needed more now than ever but perhaps not in a way we have traditionally seen our roles.
A must for anyone moving to contemporary engineering approaches!"
Cerosh Jacob - Mission 53 Days: Navigating the Job Search Journey
"Mission 53 Days: Navigating the Job Search Journey," outlines a structured approach to job searching over 55 days, divided into three key phases. It begins with the initial phase of broad applications, highlighting the challenges of facing automated rejections and the need to reassess one’s approach.
The second phase focuses on targeted applications and skills refinement, emphasizing the importance of identifying industry trends and dedicating time to upskill in relevant technologies.
The final phase showcases a more relaxed job search experience, with interview offers that align with personal aspirations.
The presentation also discusses practical tools and strategies for enhancing employability, such as networking, maintaining profile visibility on LinkedIn, investing in learning, and seeking mentorship. Additionally, it offers practical ways to support others in their job search, reinforcing the significance of community and adaptability in navigating the journey to employment."
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About our hosts, the Onset -
"The Onset, Australia's leading specialist technology recruiter, connects talent with innovative and inspiring career opportunities. They have been involved in dynamic meetups and events across the tech community since 2015, bringing forward inspiring leaders and technologists to share insights and innovations across the tech & talent landscape.
Reema Thomas will be co-hosting this month's meetup. Reema specialises in connecting QA and Automation Engineers with leading Start-up, Scale-up & Enterprise businesses, partnering with Onset's customers to shape careers and deliver outcomes."
