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What were some of the difficulties QA professionals used to face before graduating vs. nowadays How can I excel at quality assurance? #Spring25?

This goes specially in software but open to other areas.
I'm currently a Junior in Computer Science and it's been a long road to get to this point, even admitting that I don't like coding that much. I've realized however that I do enjoy Quality Assurance and testing. I was wondering how professionals have overcome and even got to the point where they realized they liked QA and would like to build their career around it.
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Tyler’s Answer

I haven't worked in QA, but I've had the pleasure of collaborating with some amazing people in that field and truly admire their approach and mindset!

First off, congrats on realizing that coding isn't your passion! It's a tough but important discovery, especially if that's where you began. I spent over 20 years as a Software Developer. While I enjoyed solving problems, the coding part often felt long and unfulfilling. I'm grateful for my coding background, but I find much more happiness as a Program Manager now. I wish I'd had the courage to explore different paths sooner.

Secondly, having coding knowledge is a great asset for everyone! My wife works in Customer Service, and though she doesn't code, her Python courses helped her understand what software can and cannot do, which is really valuable.

Lastly, from what I've seen, QA is moving towards full automation, or sometimes being phased out with those tasks shifting to Software Developers (which isn't always the best move, in my opinion). Learning automation and exploring how AI can help with test code and cases is a smart step. Your coding skills will definitely be useful, even if coding isn't your main focus.
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much for your answer, Tyler. I agree, definitely having a coding background has helped me even now to try to be more automated focused. Martín Gerardo
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Jacqy’s Answer

Hi Martin,

I've worked in QA on and off for many years. I'm not a developer, and now there are many testing tools that don't need coding. Check out some AI and NLP tools. For me, understanding the business side is crucial since I focus on business applications. You need to know how the industry works. QA requires a unique person! It's all about finding and fixing problems. Critical thinking is essential. Try to get an internship or job shadowing opportunity. Also, think about roles like product owner or support/help desk to get started. Having various skills will show you can adapt to the changing world.
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Vanam’s Answer

QA has been the core of my career, I am passionate about Quality Assurance and I have contributed to the world of QA for over 20 years.
Based on my journey through the industry transition, I would certainly look for opportunities around QA - automation and keep it as open source scripting. With the exposure into the field, the newer and much easier tools that are available for enthusiasts to explore, QA is a highly thriving area and is here to stay.
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Mark’s Answer

AI impacts every job. Learn how it will change what you enjoy doing and how you earn money. A degree in Computer Science is great for learning QA. Figure out what you dislike about coding, whether it's a lack of skill or something else. Logical thinking and problem-solving are key for QA, and documentation is more important than coding. Consider a QA internship; they're not often advertised, but companies welcome extra help testing their products and never look outside the box for help . With computer skills, you might be good for DevOps or DevOps engineering. Utest offers testing credentials and lets you test real sites. I've found bugs for companies like Costco and Target through volunteer work. Jobs will evolve, so start trying things to see what you like to do.
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Milan’s Answer

Quality Assurance is a key process that makes sure products and services meet the right standards and what customers expect. If coding isn't your thing (and that's perfectly okay), you can focus on manual QA testing. But if you're open to learning a bit, automation could be an exciting path, even if it involves some coding.

Another great option is to become a product owner, especially as the IT world shifts from waterfall to agile methods. This role lets you meet customer needs and enjoy quality assurance and testing in a new way.

Good luck on your journey!
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