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$100
Fixed Price
Entry
Experience Level
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Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Intermediate
Experience Level
Our company is called SYLTBAR and we sell Premium Prosecco and Wine. Our head office is located in Davie, Florida. We need an IT Supporโฆ
$170
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
We need to test the user journey from app download to registration success to deposit for one of our clients. We require a detailed sumโฆ
30+ hrs/week
Hours needed
More than 6 months
Duration
Expert
Experience Level
As the Lead QA Engineer, you will be responsible for coordinating and leading a team of test automation engineers and manual testers, eโฆ
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
1 to 3 months
Duration
Entry
Experience Level
PLEASE VIEW ON-SITE LOCATIONS REQUIRED BELOW BEFORE SUBMITTING PROPOSAL. QA testing is needed for an AR street art activation experienโฆ
$60
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
In this job entry level QA testers can apply this very easy job you need to make sure that everything is working right.
$800
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
We should build a strong and scalable automated testing system for 3 web applications connected to each others. We expected from you tโฆ
$10
Fixed Price
Entry
Experience Level
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$5,000
Fixed Price
Intermediate
Experience Level
We are looking to implement Jest testing into our platform. We are currently refactoring our front-end, moving from Blade to Vue.js usโฆ
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
Less than 1 month
Duration
Intermediate
Experience Level
Need IOS automation testing, Using Xamarin UI Test, NUnit Framework
How to Become a Freelance QA Tester
More and more businesses are turning to independent talent to bolster or expand their technical capabilities. The software development industry is one key arena where the movement toward hybrid teams is currently happening. Similarly, freelance software quality assurance testers have become highly valuable additions to any software development team.
This guide will provide you with an overview of quality assurance (QA) testersโ duties and several practical tips on becoming one.
The role of QA testers: Crucial to software quality assurance
There are more than 1.8 billion websites, and more are created every day. This has also ushered in software, digital products, games, and web platforms that need to be vetted before release. This is why QA testers are integral in the software development life cycle.
Software testers have different roles, depending on the project. The process involves two types of testing: manual testing and automated. And there are different types of testing, like functional testing, configuration testing, and system testing, to name a few.
As a professional freelance QA tester, you need to be familiar with the different testing types and how they affect a softwareโs performance. Youโll also perform web, mobile, and desktop application quality assurance. And since the process involves a lot of communication with developers and other team members, freelance QA testers should possess excellent communication skills to receive instructions and report the results of the evaluation.
Below are some functions or duties that a freelance software QA tester might perform.
- Review and analyze system specifications: As a QA tester, youโll run different tests on new software products to make sure they satisfy all specifications and requirements. The tests may include basic operations testing, probing the limits of a system, and validating that functionality works in the target environment (development computer, real-time simulator, or embedded microprocessor).
- Identifying functional bugs: QA testers help identify any problems on the product and run debugging programs to fix issues. When the problems are resolved, youโll be asked to run additional tests before products are released to the market.
- Record defects and report bugs and errors to development teams: QA testers are also expected to record all defect details and create bug reports outlining the types of defects found and the steps taken to resolve these issues. You may also be asked to upgrade databases on the document testing phases and defects.
- Collaborate with QA engineers to develop effective strategies and test plans: As a QA tester, youโll collaborate with cross-functional teams from the start of a project to ensure quality throughout the software development life cycle. Youโll work with developers to assess risks, identify any potential operational issues, and resolve issues until the new software product is complete.
Whether youโre new to software development testing or have years of experience and looking to set up a freelance career in QA testing, you can gain clients, expand your expertise, and market yourself effectively with Upwork. Create your profile today and start browsing opportunities for freelance QA testers.
How to become a QA tester: 5 Essential Tips
Below are practical tips that you can utilize to become a professional QA tester for software programs.
1. Identify who you want to work with
The software development and QA testing industry is wide and varied. If youโre looking to pursue a freelance career in QA testing, it might be beneficial to spend some time learning about the work youโll be doing and your potential clients. Before you spend time, money, and effort getting technical training, check out the freelance QA tester skills requirements of companies you want to work with.
Use Upwork to check the skills requirements that engineers, startups, and software developers are looking for in a QA tester. The platform is a great starting point where you can learn what types of testing are in demand and if you need to update your skills.
2. Pursue a high-quality technical training
Although most of your potential clients may prefer QA testers with a bachelorโs degree in engineering or computer science, itโs not typically required. In the team selection process, team members are usually required to undergo an interview and technical testing, and thatโs the part you need to prepare for.
Familiarize yourself with a few computer languages and be prepared to learn more. Start with the most common languages used in applications and software tools, such as Java, C#, and Python. Other languages include C, Go, HTML, JavaScript, Ruby, and Unix scripting.
Consider taking an online course or tutorial to solidify your knowledge of operational and usability testing, as well.
3. Earn certifications and recommendations
You may choose to pursue specific certifications issued by professional associations or testing software manufacturers. Theyโre helpful, whether youโre a beginner or have years of experience in the software testing field. Here are three organizations you may want to look into:
- Association for Software Testing
- Society of Quality Assurance
- International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB)
4. Learn the tools of the trade
As a freelancer, youโll have to sell yourself constantly. And to do that, you need to be able to speak the language. So, learn the tools of the trade and familiarize yourself with common applications that help testers and programmers do their work.
Here is some testing-related software:
- Test automation frameworks: This refers to a set of guidelines used for creating and designing test cases. It combines practices and tools designed to help QA professionals test more efficiently. These test frameworks include coding standards, test data handling methods, object repositories, processes for storing test results, and information on how to access external resources. Popular tools include Appium, Bamboo, Bitbucket, GitLab, Jenkins, JUnit, QMetry, Robot Framework, and Selenium.
- Bug tracking tools: The following are open-source (free) applications and commercial bug tracking tools that help testers record, report, and monitor bugs in a software development project: Bugzilla, HP ALM, JIRA, Mantis, Trac, Redmine, FogBugz, YouTrack, BugNET, Backlog, ReQtest, and Zoho.
- Test management software: Development teams use these tools to manage, track, and maintain their software test cases and results and turn them into actionable reports. Examples include qTest, PractiTest, Zephyr, Test Collab, TestFLO, XQual, and Xray.
Always refer to the research you did on the skills requirements that potential clients prefer for testing tools or automation testing software.
5. Donโt neglect your soft skills
Just because you will be working behind a computer doesnโt mean you should neglect your people skills. To succeed as a freelancer, you need to be able to interact effectively with your clients, members of the software development team, and other freelancers. Your attitude, work ethics, communication skills, and ability to work and collaborate with others are as essential to your success as the technical skills you possess.
Accelerate your freelance career in software quality assurance
As a freelance software tester, youโre expected to have the soft skills and technical abilities to perform your duties and responsibilities. At the minimum, you should be familiar with Agile frameworks, project management, and QA methodologies. You should also be able to write reports and communicate with the team. Since the world of information technology is fast-moving, you need to be willing to keep learning.
Start and grow your freelance career in software quality assurance with Upwork. Connect with businesses globally. Utilize the platform to gain clients, expand your experience, and market yourself effectively.
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