Jaison John
Testing Engineer
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Could you tell us briefly about your family background?
My Father is a business man doing small construction works. Mother is a home maker. I am the only child for my parents.
Points of inflection
1. Automated report generation saved time.
2. Outstanding performer for a quarter because of handling a project alone which went live on time with quality.
Parting thoughts
I have a great passion with testing.
Role Model
Sachin Tendulkar - Because he came from lower middle class family, scarifies lot for his career. Climbing to the top every day. Turned all the stones thrown at him to milestones. Hardly have luck but managed to reach the top because of his hard work. Now he is the top icon in the world
Plans for the Future
Test Manager in a very good organization. Utilize all my experience as much as possible for the company which recognize me more.
A Fine Balance:
Time management. Proper planing will make the work to complete on time. Then relax with family. Try to live near to the company so the travel time can be reduced and it will be used for any other personal improvement
Essential Advice
1. Must have the interest to work
2. Sort out at least the problem as early, try to speak with others to find the solution soon.
3. Always have the interest to learn.
4. Must have the ability to dream about his/her own long term career.
Changes in the industry
At that time there were no specific procedures to test. Mostly have to do Ad- hoc testing. No proper documents.
Now it has been changed. All the documents are perfectly placed and updated. Continuous reviews on work process and the documents. Training provided for everyone to sharpen their knowledge
Degrees that Matter
Really my engineering degree helps in all situations to understand some basics in IT industry. Really some certifications helps but proper implementation always required.
Required Reading
I haven't gone through any specific books or sites. I learned the concepts through certification and continuously asking my doubts to the experienced people.
Most Important Decisions
Choosing the testing field. And joined in this current company
Most Important Lessons
1. Work well it rewards you.
2. Do not speak about others too much.
3. Do not share your personal much.
4. Always seek your opportunity to grow.
Areas for the Future
Testing itself matters in future. More over some scripting knowledge or experience, Database, different OS knowledge all matters
Tech trends to watch out for
Testing of banking domain which must require lot of knowledge. Which will definitely value our career
Current and Previous Responsibilities
Current responsibilities are handling a team of 9 members. Requirement analysis, test planing, verifying test cases, classifying bugs, reporting to developer. Client meetings online.