Guides
These are the more structured companion pieces to the blog: practical guides shaped by real team work, facilitation experience, and staff-level engineering problems.
A comprehensive guide to JavaScript unit testing in 2019, covering Jest and modern testing practices. Learn how the landscape has evolved since 2014 with integrated frameworks and improved developer experience.
Learn how to conduct a 'peri-mortem' meeting before leaving a team to minimize stress, identify knowledge gaps, and ensure smooth transitions. A proactive approach to departure planning that benefits everyone.
Key insights from facilitating technical workshops, covering preparation strategies, audience engagement, and practical tips for successful knowledge transfer. Learn from real experience teaching Selenium WebDriver and automation concepts.
Learn how to run powerful retrospectives that drive real team improvement. From preparation strategies to modern remote facilitation techniques, discover what makes retrospectives transformative rather than just meetings.
Master the art of choosing effective trainers and mentors with comprehensive evaluation criteria. Learn how to assess credibility, teaching ability, and cultural fit for both in-person and remote learning scenarios.
Using test session methodology to structure research investigations - treating knowledge domains as testable systems and documenting the exploration process.
A comprehensive roadmap for entering and advancing in the software testing field. Learn how to build expertise, connect with the testing community, and develop your career from entry-level to senior testing professional.