Harshada K.

🚀 Quality Assurance Analyst | Software Testing Expert 🚀| Data Analyst

🔍 Driving excellence in product quality through meticulous manual and automated testing 🔍

🌐 About Me:
Results-oriented Quality Assurance Analyst with a robust background in ensuring software quality. Possessing an MSc in Big Data Analytics and over 3 years of hands-on experience in the IT industry. Expertise in both manual and automated testing, with a proven track record of reducing defects and enhancing product quality. Proficient in Selenium WebDriver, Jira, Azure DevOps, and various testing methodologies.

🔑 Key Skills:
✨ Quality Assurance: Conducting thorough testing, assessing product functionality, and collaborating cross-functionally to uphold quality standards.
✨ Data Analysis: Extracting actionable insights, performing critical thinking, and implementing best practices for business growth
✨ Manual Testing: Expertise in creating and executing detailed test cases, performing functional, exploratory, usability, and regression testing to ensure comprehensive coverage.
✨ Test Automation: Skilled in developing and implementing automated tests using Selenium WebDriver, increasing efficiency and test coverage.
✨ Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Python, Java, SQL, and various testing tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps.
✨ Defect Management: Expertise in defect identification, documentation, and resolution to improve software quality.
✨ Agile Methodologies: Experienced in Agile environments, actively participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
✨ Continuous Improvement: Committed to continuous learning and staying updated on industry advancements.

🎓 Education:
🔹 MSc in Big Data Analytics | Sheffield Hallam University | Sep 2022 - Nov 2023
🔹 Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunications | Mumbai University | Jun 2016 - Jul 2019

💡 What I Bring:
✅ Quality Work: Proven track record of delivering high-quality results in Quality Assurance.
✅ Detail-Oriented: Keen eye for detail in identifying and resolving defects through both manual and automated testing.
✅ Collaboration: Strong communication and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
✅ Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to improve testing processes and reduce bug resolution times.