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Complex Framework Level Interview Questions are asked during Senior/Lead SDET Roles These questions are core and essential for anyone looking to get hired in such roles. Below are some top questions I have collected over my past experiences and interviews. 1) How does your code run as part of CI and what is your CI strategy? We have two different automated suits we run as part of the CI process. First is a smoke suit. We maintain a small set of critical tests which we run for every release in the Dev environment (for every change) to make sure new changes will not break core features and have quick feedback. This Jenkins job is part of the development pipeline and triggered after the Dev environment deployment. Second, is the regression suit with all our automated tests. We run this suit in Jenkins manually against the Test environment before each release as part of the regression test execution. 2) What’s a singleton pattern and why do you need to use it in your framework? Singleton is a creational design pattern that lets you ensure that a class has only one instance while providing a global access point to this instance. We need a singleton to have one instance of Driver during the execution. Read more about SingleTon Pattern here: https://lnkd.in/gm_yXwgF 3) How do you calculate ROI for Test Automation? To calculate Automation ROI first you need to calculate the Manual Execution time of your test case. This value can be updated in your Test Management Tool. You can use the formula to calculate ROI: Time Saved by Automation = Manual Execution Time - Automation Execution Time Automation ROI = Time Saved by Automation / Investment Investment = time required to build frameworks + maintenance cost + (time to code one tests X number of tests) 4) Explain the challenges you faced while designing Framework? Trying to share a scenario while you were automating stuff, would add value here, but if you still want a reference use below: You are working on some service API testing and you are unable to perform the automation as you don't have access to some component, in that you can come up with an idea to create a mocking service integrated to your framework OR There is a banking application which is session based, after it detects inactivity the user is logged out or within a fixed session time. But we have certain number of scenarios which we needed to test before the application is logged out. Pro-Tip: Use these questions to evaluate your projects or experience and prepare some cross-questioning as well for better performance. -x-x- SDET Q&A Bank with more then 1050+ realtime interview Q&A & DSA Q&A for SDET Coding rounds: https://lnkd.in/gSU-m2F7 #japneetsachdeva

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Complex Framework Level Interview Questions are asked during Senior/Lead SDET Roles These questions are core and essential for anyone looking to get hired in such roles. Below are some top questions I have collected over my past experiences and interviews. 1) How does your code run as part of CI and what is your CI strategy? We have two different automated suits we run as part of the CI process. First is a smoke suit. We maintain a small set of critical tests which we run for every release in the Dev environment (for every change) to make sure new changes will not break core features and have quick feedback. This Jenkins job is part of the development pipeline and triggered after the Dev environment deployment. Second, is the regression suit with all our automated tests. We run this suit in Jenkins manually against the Test environment before each release as part of the regression test execution. 2) What’s a singleton pattern and why do you need to use it in your framework? Singleton is a creational design pattern that lets you ensure that a class has only one instance while providing a global access point to this instance. We need a singleton to have one instance of Driver during the execution. Read more about SingleTon Pattern here: https://lnkd.in/gm_yXwgF 3) How do you calculate ROI for Test Automation? To calculate Automation ROI first you need to calculate the Manual Execution time of your test case. This value can be updated in your Test Management Tool. You can use the formula to calculate ROI: Time Saved by Automation = Manual Execution Time - Automation Execution Time Automation ROI = Time Saved by Automation / Investment Investment = time required to build frameworks + maintenance cost + (time to code one tests X number of tests) 4) Explain the challenges you faced while designing Framework? Trying to share a scenario while you were automating stuff, would add value here, but if you still want a reference use below: You are working on some service API testing and you are unable to perform the automation as you don't have access to some component, in that you can come up with an idea to create a mocking service integrated to your framework OR There is a banking application which is session based, after it detects inactivity the user is logged out or within a fixed session time. But we have certain number of scenarios which we needed to test before the application is logged out. Pro-Tip: Use these questions to evaluate your projects or experience and prepare some cross-questioning as well for better performance. -x-x- SDET Q&A Bank with more then 1050+ realtime interview Q&A & DSA Q&A for SDET Coding rounds: https://lnkd.in/gSU-m2F7 #japneetsachdeva

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Complex Framework Level Interview Questions are asked during Senior/Lead SDET Roles These questions are core and essential for anyone looking to get hired in such roles. Below are some top questions I have collected over my past experiences and interviews. 1) How does your code run as part of CI and what is your CI strategy? We have two different automated suits we run as part of the CI process. First is a smoke suit. We maintain a small set of critical tests which we run for every release in the Dev environment (for every change) to make sure new changes will not break core features and have quick feedback. This Jenkins job is part of the development pipeline and triggered after the Dev environment deployment. Second, is the regression suit with all our automated tests. We run this suit in Jenkins manually against the Test environment before each release as part of the regression test execution. 2) What’s a singleton pattern and why do you need to use it in your framework? Singleton is a creational design pattern that lets you ensure that a class has only one instance while providing a global access point to this instance. We need a singleton to have one instance of Driver during the execution. Read more about SingleTon Pattern here: https://lnkd.in/gm_yXwgF 3) How do you calculate ROI for Test Automation? To calculate Automation ROI first you need to calculate the Manual Execution time of your test case. This value can be updated in your Test Management Tool. You can use the formula to calculate ROI: Time Saved by Automation = Manual Execution Time - Automation Execution Time Automation ROI = Time Saved by Automation / Investment Investment = time required to build frameworks + maintenance cost + (time to code one tests X number of tests) 4) Explain the challenges you faced while designing Framework? Trying to share a scenario while you were automating stuff, would add value here, but if you still want a reference use below: You are working on some service API testing and you are unable to perform the automation as you don't have access to some component, in that you can come up with an idea to create a mocking service integrated to your framework OR There is a banking application which is session based, after it detects inactivity the user is logged out or within a fixed session time. But we have certain number of scenarios which we needed to test before the application is logged out. Pro-Tip: Use these questions to evaluate your projects or experience and prepare some cross-questioning as well for better performance. -x-x- SDET Q&A Bank with more then 1050+ realtime interview Q&A & DSA Q&A for SDET Coding rounds: https://lnkd.in/gSU-m2F7 #japneetsachdeva

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The checkpoints of yesterday can’t guide the quality of tomorrow! Quality Engineering is moving beyond old boundaries. Are you ready for what’s next? Episode 5 of The Think QA Podcast, powered by SDET Tech, brings Tom Churchwell to the table to decode the future of QA, testing, and engineering excellence. Stay tuned, this one’s packed with insights you won’t want to miss. #SDETTech #ThinkQAPodcast #QualityEngineering #TechPodcast #QAFuture #QualityAssurance

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Complex Framework Level Interview Questions are asked during Senior/Lead SDET Roles These questions are core and essential for anyone looking to get hired in such roles. Below are some top questions I have collected over my past experiences and interviews. 1) How does your code run as part of CI and what is your CI strategy? We have two different automated suits we run as part of the CI process. First is a smoke suit. We maintain a small set of critical tests which we run for every release in the Dev environment (for every change) to make sure new changes will not break core features and have quick feedback. This Jenkins job is part of the development pipeline and triggered after the Dev environment deployment. Second, is the regression suit with all our automated tests. We run this suit in Jenkins manually against the Test environment before each release as part of the regression test execution. 2) What’s a singleton pattern and why do you need to use it in your framework? Singleton is a creational design pattern that lets you ensure that a class has only one instance while providing a global access point to this instance. We need a singleton to have one instance of Driver during the execution. Read more about SingleTon Pattern here: https://lnkd.in/gm_yXwgF 3) How do you calculate ROI for Test Automation? To calculate Automation ROI first you need to calculate the Manual Execution time of your test case. This value can be updated in your Test Management Tool. You can use the formula to calculate ROI: Time Saved by Automation = Manual Execution Time - Automation Execution Time Automation ROI = Time Saved by Automation / Investment Investment = time required to build frameworks + maintenance cost + (time to code one tests X number of tests) 4) Explain the challenges you faced while designing Framework? Trying to share a scenario while you were automating stuff, would add value here, but if you still want a reference use below: You are working on some service API testing and you are unable to perform the automation as you don't have access to some component, in that you can come up with an idea to create a mocking service integrated to your framework OR There is a banking application which is session based, after it detects inactivity the user is logged out or within a fixed session time. But we have certain number of scenarios which we needed to test before the application is logged out. Pro-Tip: Use these questions to evaluate your projects or experience and prepare some cross-questioning as well for better performance. -x-x- SDET Q&A Bank with more then 1050+ realtime interview Q&A & DSA Q&A for SDET Coding rounds: https://lnkd.in/gSU-m2F7 #japneetsachdeva

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🚀 Part 2 of my Playwright Learning Series: From QASE Integration to Allure Reporting! Continuing my automation learning journey, I explored how to bring test management and reporting together in a seamless workflow. This time, my focus was on connecting QASE (for test case management) with Playwright, and finally generating detailed Allure reports for test execution results. Here’s what I worked on: ✅ Exported QASE test cases into structured data (JSON/CSV) for mapping with Playwright ✅ Created a script to dynamically generate Playwright test files from QASE test cases ✅ Performed local test runs using Playwright with integrated QASE-based test data ✅ Configured Allure Playwright reporter for rich and interactive reports ✅ Generated the complete Allure HTML report showcasing test suite results and execution insights Each step helped me understand how automated test frameworks and management tools can complement each other — improving visibility, traceability, and quality.⚙️✨ #Playwright #AutomationTesting #QASE #AllureReport #SoftwareTesting #LearningJourney #TestAutomation #QualityAssurance #Mindbowser

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Director of QA Engineering and Coding Rounds – Are We Aligning the Right Expectations? I recently came across a job opening for a Director of QA Engineering role. The position required a minimum of 20+ years of experience, and one of the very first questions in the application process was: "Are you open to taking an online coding test?" This made me pause and reflect. At a leadership level, the focus typically shifts towards driving QA strategy, aligning with business goals, mentoring teams, managing delivery risks, influencing engineering excellence, and ensuring quality across the board. While a strong technical foundation is essential, should a coding test be the primary criterion to evaluate someone for a director-level role? Hands-on knowledge is undoubtedly valuable, but leadership roles often demand a broader perspective — one that balances strategy, communication, people, and process. Are we setting the right filters for the right roles, or is there a better way to evaluate leadership in QA? #QA #Leadership #Hiring #EngineeringManagement #QualityEngineering #AutomationLeadership #TechHiring #QACommunity #CareerGrowth

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The recent announcement of a $100,000 H-1B visa fee has caught my attention, and I believe it will reshape global IT delivery models in surprising ways. At first glance, this may seem like a move to protect U.S. jobs, but the reality could be quite different: 🔹 U.S. firms may face higher project costs and slower execution. 🔹 More delivery may shift offshore, especially to India. 🔹 Countries like Canada and the UK, which are opening doors for tech talent, might attract the very skills the U.S. risks losing. From an India perspective, this could actually be an opportunity. More projects staying back in India means stronger IT hubs, more jobs, and less brain drain. As someone working at Cognizant, I see firsthand how global delivery models adapt quickly to such policy changes. While challenges exist, they also create room for innovation, efficiency, and new opportunities for employees in India. Proud to be part of an organization that is always future-ready and resilient to global changes. 💡 🌍 At the end of the day, talent finds its way to where it is valued most. Policies may shift, but the demand for skilled professionals will only grow. Ravi Kumar S Sriram Vaithamanithi Nagesh Doraiswamy #H1B #Technology #FutureOfWork #Cognizant #Leadership #ITIndustry #GlobalDelivery #IndiaIT #Innovation #Talent

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❌Optimizing test automation code isn’t just about cleaner scripts—✔️it’s about creating more reliable and efficient systems.  Sidharth Shukla’s session at Automation Guild 2025 focuses on automating code reviews to enforce best practices and reduce manual oversight. You’ll also discover techniques to resolve inefficiencies and create faster, more robust test automation frameworks.  If you want to take your coding and debugging skills to the next level—and even gain an edge in interviews—this session is packed with actionable insights.   👇👇👇 https://lnkd.in/e8nr9PPN #AutomationGuild #AG2025 #CodeReview #AutomationTesting #TestAutomation #CodingStandards #InterviewPrep 

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USCIS just clarified the new H-1B fee structure. This is a major update for any US companies hiring international talent. Effective September 21, 2025 Who pays the new fee ❓ → Candidates outside the U.S. without a valid H-1B visa → Initial H-1B petitions filed on or after September 21, 2025 → Change of status denials requiring consular processing Who's exempt ❓ → Valid H-1B visa holders → Approved H-1B petitions before September 21, 2025 → Renewals and extensions for current H-1B holders → Change of status applicants already in the U.S. (including F-1 to H-1B transitions) Strategic implications: For F-1 visa holders: Change of status applications filed while in the U.S. remain exempt from the new fee. However, if your change of status is denied and you must pursue consular processing, the fee applies. For international applicants: Those applying from outside the U.S. will face additional costs when pursuing initial H-1B sponsorship. For current H-1B holders: Renewals and extensions remain unaffected by the new fee structure. This is very critical to understand all US companies looking to hire international talent. At Beyond Border we help companies consider alternative US visa pathways like O-1, L-1, and EB-1/EB-2 Green Cards to hire your international talents into US. Reach out for a free consultation on your US immigration strategy. #H1Bvisa #immigration #USCIS #visafees #F1visa #changeofstatus #immigrationstrategy

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This small piece of advice I got from my seniors while working at Postman as a Jr. Engineer paved the way for me to become a Sr. Engineer and eventually crack Microsoft. Back then, it was my very first time working at a startup and during one of the standups, a Sr. engineer gave me this piece of advice: “Don’t jump to solutions. Break the problem down until you’re left with what’s absolutely trueand question everything else.” At the time, I honestly thought it sounded a bit slow and maybe even unnecessary. But looking back, that habit of thinking from first principles changed my career. Most of us jump straight to tools: → “Should we use GraphQL or REST?” → “Should we go cloud native?” → “Which NoSQL DB is the best?” But first-principles thinking flips the script. It forces you to ask: → “How do our clients actually use this data?” → “What do users really need from this feature?” → “What are we assuming that might not even be true?” Here’s how I started using it (and how you can too): - Whenever you get a new problem, write down every assumption you’re making (even the “obvious” ones). - Challenge each assumption, ask, “What if this isn’t true?” or “Why do we believe this?” - Look for the “because-someone-said-so” logic. - Test your findings, gather real evidence, look for alternative perspectives, and think through the consequences if you’re wrong. You’ll get stuck. You’ll feel like you’re wasting time. But every single time I’ve done this, I’ve ended up with cleaner, simpler, and much more creative solutions than if I just rushed in. That’s how I went from blindly following “best practices” to actually building things that worked for real users. It’s not about being the fastest to a solution. It’s about being the one who actually understands the problem. If you want to level up as an engineer, learn to question everything, even the things everyone else just “knows.”

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Got a few questions from the latest interviews for SDET manager/ Lead roles . . 1. What criteria do you use when hiring QA or SDET team members? (technical skills, automation experience, problem-solving ability, cultural fit, etc.). 2. How do you handle underperforming or unmotivated team members? (e.g. “How do you handle underperforming team members?”) -> This tests conflict resolution and coaching skills by probing how you identify issues and create improvement plans. 3. How would you respond if your QA team continues testing on a build that has a known critical defect? -> This examines decision-making (e.g. stopping tests, re-planning) and communication with developers and stakeholders. 4. Devise a test strategy for a newly launched e-commerce application or service. For instance, candidates have been asked to “Devise a test strategy for a newly launched e-commerce, covering tools, test types, and rollout plans. 5. Describe a time you implemented a new QA process to improve efficiency or quality. 6. How do you ensure effective collaboration between QA, development, and product teams? For instance: “How do you ensure cross-functional collaboration between QA, development, and product teams?” 7. Describe a time you dealt with a critical production issue caused by a missed bug. How did you handle it? 8. How would you respond if a high-severity bug is found in production just before or after a release? 9. How do you handle QA when the product is already released or a hotfix is needed? For example, companies ask about adjusting test planning for post-release patches or shifts. Check this out if you are serious about the interview preparation -> https://lnkd.in/gnka-4K8 Follow Sahil kapoor for more!

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