What do I Bring to Software Testing?

Task 3. 

Write about your experiences you would bring to testing. I want you to think about where you’ve come from, and how your experiences can help you be a good tester. Focus on your talents and attributes.

My Past Experiences

From primary school, I always wanted to be a teacher, even before I got into music. At the time I wanted to be an English teacher as I had a huge love for reading. 

When I went to high school/ college, I got into music, started to learn a variety of musical instruments and decided I wanted to go into education still but in music. 

I studied Psychology, Music, and Sociology at College and went on to do a Music Degree whilst working part time as a private instrumental teacher. Finally a year for my PGCE. 

I did supply teaching for a while after graduation, and then (after a too long spell in finance, ) started working where I am now. 

It is mostly assisting users with our systems, including account problems which stem from incorrect use.  

What will I bring to software testing?

• Keen eye
• Personable
• 'Plays well with others'
• Trustworthy
• Enthusiastic to new learnings- I have been adaptable to new careers over my years. 
• Patient- I have had to work with people from all backgrounds, and age groups, which has also given me good insight in how different people act/ etc.
• Creativity
• "Turbulent Protagonist" on 16 personalities

16 Personalities

I took the 16 personalities test and got the below results. I feel like it is a good indication of me in most circumstances. 

Strengths

• Tolerant
• Reliable
• Charismatic
• Altruistic
• Natural Leaders

Weaknesses

• Overly Idealistic
• Too Selfless
• Too Sensitive
• Fluctuating Self-Esteem
• Struggle to Make Tough Decisions