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QA Engineer Career is a QA career podcast for support, CS, and junior engineers entering quality assurance who need interview and first-role reality—not senior SDET architecture deep-dives. We own manual-to-Playwright/Selenium...
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QA Engineer Career is a QA career podcast for support, CS, and junior engineers entering quality assurance who need interview and first-role reality—not senior SDET architecture deep-dives. We own manual-to-Playwright/Selenium interview loops, test case craft, bug report hygiene, career-switcher portfolio tactics, and first-90-days QA expectations. Practical QA engineer career path for switchers. Search QA Engineer Career on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly QA interview and Playwright career episodes. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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21 AUG 2026 · In this episode, we explore what it takes to transition from support or customer service into a QA engineering role by 2026. As entry-level positions grow more competitive, teams increasingly seek candidates who blend strong manual testing instincts with hands-on automation skills using tools like Playwright and Selenium. We break down the interview patterns that matter most, from reviewing test cases to extending scripts on the fly, and share practical steps to stand out in your first ninety days on the job.
Key takeaways:
- Build a simple portfolio by automating login flows and error paths on public demo sites, then record short execution videos.
- Update your resume with specific automation outcomes to signal readiness beyond tutorials.
- Practice explaining code decisions and handling flaky tests to communicate effectively with developers.
- Leverage your support background to craft clear bug reports that highlight reproduction steps and results.
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at qa@senseofthisshit.com.
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12 JUL 2026 · In this episode, we break down the real interview loops career-switchers face when moving from manual testing or support roles into QA positions that require Playwright or Selenium skills. Forget senior SDET architecture talks—this episode zeros in on what entry-level and mid-level loops actually test: opening a browser, writing a simple script, finding elements, and verifying results without advanced coding knowledge.
We explore how interviewers evaluate your ability to handle selectors, craft reliable assertions, and structure a clean test from start to finish, using practical examples like testing a login form for both happy paths and negative cases. You'll learn why starting small with one clear scenario builds confidence faster than broad study, and how thinking out loud during whiteboard or shared-screen challenges can set you apart.
Key takeaways:
- Master CSS selectors over XPath to locate elements quickly and effectively
- Focus on dependable assertions like URL changes rather than visible messages
- Practice the full flow—navigate, act, verify, and close—for one scenario
Whether you're prepping for your first automation interview or refining your approach, this guidance helps you turn manual experience into a winning performance.
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at qa@senseofthisshit.com.
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QA Engineer Career is a QA career podcast for support, CS, and junior engineers entering quality assurance who need interview and first-role reality—not senior SDET architecture deep-dives. We own manual-to-Playwright/Selenium...
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QA Engineer Career is a QA career podcast for support, CS, and junior engineers entering quality assurance who need interview and first-role reality—not senior SDET architecture deep-dives. We own manual-to-Playwright/Selenium interview loops, test case craft, bug report hygiene, career-switcher portfolio tactics, and first-90-days QA expectations. Practical QA engineer career path for switchers. Search QA Engineer Career on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly QA interview and Playwright career episodes. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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| Organization | Let's Work This Sh*t Out |
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| Website | www.senseofthisshit.com |
| qa@senseofthisshit.com |
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