Testing inside the boxes and beyond Ep 93

In Episode 93 of This Week in Testing, hosts Simon Tomes and Demi Van Malcot are joined by contributors Preeti Gupta, Maneesh Maddala, Oleksandr Romanov, Gary Hawkes, and Daniel Billing to explore what’s buzzing in the world of software testing.

From the surge in global testing meetups to the power of community photo memories, this episode dives deep into how testers connect, reflect, and grow together. We hear real-life stories about burnout, career development, and regaining confidence, plus a lively discussion about grey box testing, glossary-building, and the new “follow” feature in The MoTaverse.

Expect laughter, personal insight, and practical wisdom — from defining your testing identity to building a presence in the community and advocating for yourself in your QA career. Whether you’re new to testing or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.

Episode Keywords: software testing, QA careers, community building, Ministry of Testing, gray box testing, tester meetups, TestBash, burnout in tech, quality engineering, MOTAverse, podcast for testers, testing glossary, follow feature, tester networking

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