In this insightful episode of Testing Experts with Opinions, we examine the shifting landscape of software testing roles and qualifications expected by 2024. We talk about the integration of automation into traditional roles, the increasing demand for quality engineers, and the rise of 'full-stack engineers'. We also venture into the fascinating realm of AI in testing, discuss various training paths for testers, and consider the future significance of manual testers.

Explore with us, the different facets of non-functional testing types and discover potential career avenues like observability testing and test data management. Learn why adaptability is key in this transformation and how platforms like Test Automation University and Udemy can aid in acquiring these new skills.

Our panel emphasises the growing importance of continuous learning in software testing. We highlight the shift from manual to automated testing and performance testing, and discuss the skills upgrade and mindset change necessary to tackle these evolutions in the field. We delve into the importance of exploratory and user experience testing and cover continuous testing — anticipated to be a major trend in 2024.

Fully immerse as we discuss the practices and concepts of continuous testing in both Waterfall and Agile models. We bring into focus UX testing, the user perspective in testing, and the need for expansive test coverage. We also consider the prominence of IoT in the current testing landscape, and debate over the relative emphasis given to desktop and mobile testing by organisations. Listen, as we round off this episode with a focus on striking a balance between methodologies, available tools, and project-specific needs.