Testing Strategies That Actually Work: QA, Confidence, and Velocity
AJ Funk
This week, Will, Jillian, and Warren sit down with AJ Funk, a software engineer at Rainforest QA, to discuss practical approaches to testing and quality assurance in modern development. AJ shares his unique career journey and insights from years of working in QA, breaking down the essentials of balancing confidence and velocity when shipping code.
The conversation covers the nuances of the testing pyramid, why 100% test coverage is a myth, and how Rainforest QA's no-code visual testing tool helps teams achieve better results with less friction. They also explore the role of AI in QA, the challenges of evolving front-end technologies, and why every team needs to rethink their approach to end-to-end testing. Whether you're looking to optimize your testing strategy or just want a better way to think about quality assurance, this episode has you covered.
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