This conversation captures the vibrant atmosphere of Agile Testing Days in Potsdam, highlighting the importance of community, targeted automated testing, and the exploration of tester identity. The hosts discuss their experiences at the conference, including workshops, networking opportunities, and a unique musical performance that showcased the talents of attendees. They delve into the significance of understanding tester identity and the symbols associated with it, emphasizing the need for connection and belonging within the testing community. This conversation at Agile Testing Days explores various themes including the experience of performing in a musical, insights from keynote speakers on technical coaching, the importance of documenting achievements for career advancement, and the evolving identity of professionals in agile environments. The discussion emphasizes the value of networking at conferences and the need for continuous learning and adaptation in one's career. [AI]
Links to stuff we mentioned during the pod:
01:00 - Intro LIVE from Agile Testing Days!
03:00 - Why are we here?
10:52 - The importance of networking and conferences
12:17 - What kind of event is ATD?
13:05 - The ATD Musical (you read that correctly)
18:29 - Guest: Señor Performo discussing who he is and performance testing
21:53 - Guest: Jenna Charlton explaining the relationship between testing, identity, and symbols
36:15 - Guest: Basti aka Bastian "Best Bad Boss Ever" Knerr talking about being part of the musical
39:05 - Guest: Baart Knack talking about his escapades at ATD over the years and his highlights from this year
42:01 - Vernon leaves Rich a note
42:21 - Guest: Emily Bache breaking down Technical Coaching and the Samman Method
47:16 - Guest: Ash Hynie showcasing how her startup CountrPT helps us build a second brain for our professional achievements that travels with us and protect your professional legacy
01:07:43 - Our final thoughts
Episode 13