Summary

In this episode, Vernon and Richard reflect on their experiences at the PeersCon conference, discussing the engaging keynote speakers, insightful workshops, and the overall atmosphere of the event. They share their thoughts on various talks, emphasizing the importance of communication, quality, and personal growth in the software testing industry. The conversation highlights the value of community and collaboration, as well as the significance of learning from both successes and failures in one's career. In this episode, Vernon and Richard reflect on their experiences at PeersCon, discussing memorable moments, workshops attended, and the importance of communication in the testing field. They delve into specific workshops like Pipeline and Risk Storming, and the game 'Defend the Indefensible', which encourages critical thinking and perspective-taking. The conversation also touches on feedback for future events, emphasizing the need for a balance between communication and testing topics, and the importance of recognizing the efforts of event organizers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Conference Overview

03:42 Reflections on PeersCon and Community Engagement

06:35 Keynote Highlights and Speaker Insights

09:30 Workshops and Learning Experiences

12:29 Communication and Quality in Software Development

15:27 Personal Growth and Career Development

18:22 Closing Thoughts and Future Events

25:06 Exploring Engaging Talks at the Conference

27:57 Tom's Journey: From Manufacturing to Software Testing

29:10 Linda's Comedy of Errors: A Unique Perspective on Automation

32:43 The Reality of Coding: Enjoyment vs. Competence

39:37 Networking and Unexpected Encounters at the Venue

42:57 Workshops: Enhancing Technical Understanding and Communication Skills

52:17 The Importance of Communication in IT and Life

54:39 Feedback and Constructive Criticism

57:36 Balancing Communication and Testing in Conferences

01:00:29 Enhancing Event Experience and Sponsor Engagement

01:04:34 Acknowledging Organizers and Their Contributions

01:08:34 Sustaining Affordability and Accessibility in Events

Links to come!