Sandhya Singh
3 min readJan 18, 2024

A Day in the *Exciting* Life of an Automation Tester: Because Who Doesn’t Love Debugging?

Michelangelo – there's a new artist in town, and they're coding!

Welcome to the riveting world of Automation Testing! Join me on an exhilarating journey through a day in the life of an Automation Tester, where every click, every line of code, and every thrilling bug brings unparalleled joy and excitement. Buckle up for the ride of a lifetime!

Morning Yawns:
The day kicks off with the sheer ecstasy of reviewing project requirements. Nothing says "thrill" like sifting through endless documents and pretending to be excited about understanding features that you're about to automate tests for. Who needs coffee when you have project documentation, right?

Script Kiddie Paradise:
Ah, the pinnacle of excitement – crafting those awe-inspiring test cases. It's like being an artist, only instead of a canvas, you have lines of code. Watch as Automation Testers transform mundane functional requirements into an electrifying symphony of scripts that nobody else will appreciate.

Test Execution Thrills:
Now, the real magic happens. Automation Testers get to watch their scripts run automated tests. The thrill is palpable as they monitor the progress bar, praying that everything works seamlessly. Spoiler alert: sometimes it doesn’t. But hey, who doesn’t love a good debugging session?

Bug Tracking Bliss:
What’s a day in the life of an Automation Tester without a delightful encounter with bugs? These little creatures are the unsung heroes, making sure every day brings a new surprise. Logging bugs becomes an art form – the more obscure, the better. It’s like a treasure hunt, but instead of gold, you find issues in the code.

Performance Testing Euphoria:
As the day progresses, Automation Testers may dive into the glamorous world of performance testing. Simulating user scenarios, analyzing response times – it’s a party! Because let’s be honest, nothing screams excitement like making sure the software doesn’t crash under a heavy load. Who wouldn’t want a front-row seat to that adrenaline rush?

Continuous Learning: Yay, More Tools!
What's a day without a bit of self-inflicted torture? Automation Testers indulge in the joyous task of staying updated on the latest testing tools. Because who wouldn't want to learn the intricacies of the 57th tool that promises to revolutionize testing? Spoiler alert: it won't.

Documentation Paradise:
To cap off this thrilling day, Automation Testers engage in the riveting world of documentation. Detailed records of test cases, results, and strategies – because the real excitement lies in creating a paper trail that nobody will ever read. Truly, the pinnacle of job satisfaction.

Automation Testers channelling their inner Shakespeare to craft scripts

A day in the life of an Automation Tester is undeniably a rollercoaster of excitement. From reading project requirements to crafting test cases, encountering bugs, and basking in the glory of performance testing – what’s not to love? Automation Testers, the unsung heroes of the tech world, deserve a standing ovation

Sandhya Singh
Sandhya Singh

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Quality Engineering Analyst @ Accenture || 2xAzure || 2⭐Ranger || Scholar'22 @WECodeHarvard || Mechanical Engg. Grad'21 || AWS ML'21 Scholar || vGHCI'20 Scholar

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