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  • Talk Smart, Test Better - Maroš Kutschy

    Talk Smart, Test Better - Maroš Kutschy
    Aug 21 2025
    In this episode, I talk to Maroš Kutschy, a QA technical lead passionate about automation testing and self-improvement. We go into the topic of nonviolent communication and its impact on tech teams. Maroš explains its four core components: observations, feelings, needs, and requests. We discuss how simple changes in language can greatly improve team dynamics and communication. For example, he illustrates how expressing yourself without blame opens up clearer dialogue.
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    22 Min.
  • Teaching Automation Before Test Plans? - Dmitrij Nikolajev

    Teaching Automation Before Test Plans? - Dmitrij Nikolajev
    Aug 14 2025
    In this episode, I talk with Dmitrij Nikolajev about teaching software testing to the next generation. Dmitrij, who balances roles at InSoft and Vilnius University, shares his approach to making software testing engaging for students. He focuses on practical, hands-on experience, using tools like Postman and Selenium to teach automation and performance testing. Dmitrij redesigned his course to appeal to both new learners and those already in the industry. He leverages real-world examples to highlight the importance of testing, encouraging students to understand the consequences of failures. We also talk about the role of AI tools like ChatGPT in the learning process and their impact on student progress.
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    27 Min.
  • Change Makes or Breaks Teams - Mary Lynn Manns

    Change Makes or Breaks Teams - Mary Lynn Manns
    Aug 7 2025
    In this episode, I chat with Mary Lynn Manns about the ever-tricky topic of change in tech. Mary Lynn is a consultant, pushing ideas forward despite resistance. We explore why good ideas alone often aren't enough and why change can falter when we rely solely on logic and ignore emotions. We discuss how to effectively engage skeptics and build emotional connections that go beyond simple presentations. Mary Lynn shares practical techniques for leading change from any role, aiming to minimize resistance and maximize impact.
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    22 Min.
  • Agile Quality Beyond the Buzzwords - Derk-Jan de Grood

    Agile Quality Beyond the Buzzwords - Derk-Jan de Grood
    Jul 31 2025
    In this episode, I chat with Derk-Jan de Grood. We explore what it means to live agility beyond just following frameworks. Derk-Jan shares insights on scaling skills over frameworks and connecting strategy to team actions. We discuss common pitfalls where quality often falls through the cracks, particularly at the management level. There's a focus on breaking down testing and improvement into small, actionable practices. It's all about making Agile effective and meaningful.
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    29 Min.
  • Beyond Human Tester Limits - Nikhil Barthwal

    Beyond Human Tester Limits - Nikhil Barthwal
    Jul 24 2025
    In this episode, I chat with Nikhil Barthwal about property-based testing. We go into how property-based testing can uncover the hidden bugs that often slip past human testers. With its capacity to automatically generate a multitude of test cases, this method helps us see beyond typical limitations. Nikhil also shares when property-based testing may not be ideal, like when it incurs high resource costs. He emphasizes that this approach serves as an assistant to testers rather than a replacement, enhancing productivity and reliability.
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    26 Min.
  • Stop Inventing Your Own Encryption - Eoin Woods

    Stop Inventing Your Own Encryption - Eoin Woods
    Jul 17 2025
    In this episode I talk with Eoin Woods about integrating security from the start of software development. Eoin, an expert in software architecture, explains why security often gets overlooked until the last minute. We explore why engineers find security daunting and discuss making it a standard part of development. Eoin shares design principles like defense in depth and cautions against custom security solutions.
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    21 Min.
  • Stop Coding, Start Asking Questions - Kenny Baas-Schwegler, Gien Verschatse

    Stop Coding, Start Asking Questions - Kenny Baas-Schwegler, Gien Verschatse
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode I talk to Gien Verschatse and Kenny Baas-Schwegler about the challenges of collaborative software design, especially the disconnect between development teams and business stakeholders. Both Gien and Kenny shared stories of communication gaps, assumptions in requirements and the constant struggle to build shared understanding. They gave practical tips for breaking down silos and making modeling sessions actually work - not just as visual exercises, but as real opportunities for teams to learn together.
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    38 Min.
  • Turning Team Diversity Into a Strength for Better Problem Solving - Ben Linders

    Turning Team Diversity Into a Strength for Better Problem Solving - Ben Linders
    Jul 3 2025
    In this episode, I talk to Ben Linders about what really drives team autonomy and effective software development. We get into team culture, the importance of psychological safety, and why diversity matters - not just as a feel-good topic, but as a genuine catalyst for change. Ben shares practical tips from his workshops, discussing how teams can move from being stuck to taking meaningful action. We discuss, how to avoid that sticky notes from retrospectives gather dust and how to make results visible, keeping actions manageable, and introducing a little bit of fun through gamification.
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    26 Min.