Fireside Chat with Mukesh Rajput

Hello Testers,

A fireside chat is an opportunity for open and honest dialogue. Also, the unique format that allows for gaining insight into the experiences of industry experts, and finding inspiration, by posing candid questions.

We’ve brought "Fireside chat with Mukesh Singh Rajput" for all of you!

Why should one need to attend Fireside chat?

• Gain a new perspective and learn from industry leaders in a relaxed and open setting.
• Expand your knowledge and understanding of a particular field.
• Connect with like-minded individuals who share similar interests.
• Seek inspiration & ask candid questions that can help you grow both personally and professionally.
• A great way to break away from the standard and have conversations that inspire.
• Zoom out the experience of the expert and not just his testing knowledge.

Excited To Know When It’s Happening?

Date: 12th June 2024

Time: 09:00 PM - 10:00 PM IST

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Anyone can ask questions during the live session. And we also have a Discord & Facebook community where we’ll be collecting questions.

Session Title: How to Build a QA Team from Scratch

Welcome to our Fireside Chat session focused on "How to Build a QA Team from Scratch"!

We'll cover:

• Understanding the Need for QA: The importance of QA in the software development lifecycle.
  
• Defining Roles and Responsibilities: Key roles like Manual Testers, Automation Engineers, and Performance Testers, and setting clear expectations.
• Hiring the Right Talent: Tips for recruiting skilled QA professionals and ensuring cultural fit and team diversity.
• Establishing QA Processes and Best Practices: Setting up effective testing workflows, documentation, and best practices.
• Building Automation Frameworks: Choosing the right tools and developing scalable automation frameworks.
• Fostering a Collaborative Culture: Encouraging teamwork between QA, Development, and other teams.
• Implementing CI/CD: Integrating QA into the CI/CD pipeline for continuous testing and fast feedback.
• Measuring and Improving Quality: Key metrics for QA performance and product quality, and driving continuous improvement.
• Leadership and Team Development: Mentoring team members and managing performance reviews and career growth.

Get practical advice and answers to your questions about building and managing a successful QA team.

About Speaker:

Mukesh Singh Rajput, Director of QA at Aspire

Mukesh Singh Rajput is a seasoned QA Director with over 12 years of extensive experience in the software testing industry. Currently serving at Aspire, a prominent fintech company based in Singapore, Mukesh leads a global team of 40+ QA professionals spanning Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, and India.

Mukesh's career highlights include pivotal roles at leading organizations such as Gojek, Midtrans, and PayU Payments prior to joining Aspire. At Gojek, where he served as Head of QA for the Merchants division, Mukesh managed a team of 30+ QAs, overseeing testing strategies in the payment gateway sector. He played a crucial role in integrating various teams from multiple acquired companies and establishing a centralized QA team and processes.

During his tenure at Midtrans, Mukesh built the QA team from the ground up, implementing robust QA processes and frameworks that significantly enhanced product quality. His initiatives included creating Web and API automation frameworks using Selenium and RestAssured, respectively, and expanding the team's capabilities through comprehensive training in automation technologies.

Overall, Mukesh has extensive experience in building teams from scratch across multiple organizations, focusing on manual testing, automation, performance testing, and release management. Additionally, he has created an open-source QA Dashboard, enhancing transparency and efficiency within teams and leadership.

Regards,

The Test Tribe Team