David Smith

Software quality & testing is a mindset with one goal -> delight the customer. I view it as a team sport that everyone contributes to and owns together from idea inception to production implementation. I've found this approach is critical for successful CI/CD automation.

I love building new automation frameworks in JavaScript using Cypress.io, Docker, and GitLab. Although it can be a work of art, I think clarity, elegant simplicity, and maintainability should guide its creation.

I believe QE Engineers, should strive not to be gatekeepers, but rather focus on influencing and leading activities that enhance engineering & improve product quality.

Over 13 years, I've nearly done it all within the tech industry for large corporations, SMBs, and start-ups. Whether it's automation, agile transformation, or building teams, I look forward to tacking the challenges facing your group together!