In this episode of TechSphere, host Idris Fabiyi sits down with Owais Bharwani, a Level 6 Digital Technology Solutions Apprentice and Quality Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group.

Owais shares his journey from a change from an Electronic Engineering degree to finding his true path in an apprenticeship. He pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to work in tech at a major bank, revealing a culture that is racing to become "the biggest FinTech in the UK".

In this episode, you will learn:

• The Evolution of Testing: Owais explains the shift from the "slow" world of manual testing to modern automation, and why his team size dropped from 30 to 12 while productivity soared .
• AI as a Tool, Not a Crutch: Owais gives a crucial warning to new developers: "Don't ask AI to write the code for you." He explains why you must understand the logic before you let AI automate it .
• The Future of the Role: A bold prediction that the distinction between "Software Engineer" and "Software Tester" might disappear entirely in the next 5 years.

Tune in for a real-world look at the future of work, the power of apprenticeships, and why soft skills are your secret weapon in a tech career.

I'm Idris Fabiyi, Head of Technology and Innovation at BPP University, Estio Training, Firebrand Training & host of the TechSphere podcast. I'm on a mission to demystify complex technology and make it accessible for businesses and learners.

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