Abstracts

You have kids, and suddenly, everything changes. Life starts revolving around them, and you feel like you're losing touch with the business world. Sound familiar?
I used to think that being a mom would hold me back in my testing career. But then I realized that many of the experiences I had at home could actually help me grow in the testing world. Cooking with the kids—or leaving them unattended—has led to unpre-dictable situations that taught me valuable lessons. And time spent at the playground with my twins? It helped me automate some surprisingly useful parenting skills—skills that turned out to be just as effective in testing environments.
Just as parents adapt to ever-changing situations and diverse needs, testers must navi-gate complex requirements and evolving user expectations. In this session, I’ll share stories and parallels between family moments and testing practices, exploring qualities like patience, multitasking, and problem-solving.
Whether you’re a parent or not, you’ll walk away with practical insights and maybe a laugh or two, ready to approach testing with fresh eyes and renewed creativity. Curious how chaos can lead to better software? Join me to find out!