Testing - My journey, not your destination
Olli Kulkki
Bughunter and Quality Assurance Specialist in Tech | Skilled in Cross-Disciplinary Projects | Expert in FinTech, Telecom, Media | Focused on Long-term Client Satisfaction & Team Innovation
In On the Road, the journey never really ends. There’s always another horizon, another adventure waiting. Likewise, in software testing, growth is continuous. There’s always a new tool to master, a new problem to solve, a new frontier to explore. The key is to embrace the ride—to see each challenge not as an obstacle but as an opportunity to grow.
So, fellow tester, keep moving. Keep learning. Keep growing. The road is wide open, and the best experiences are yet to come.
As a conclusion — I want to start positioning software testing as an endless journey of growth and discovery.
Many testers start with excitement but may feel overwhelmed by the constant learning curve—new tools, new methodologies, new expectations. You’re competing against the feeling of being stuck, where testers stop exploring because they feel like they'll never catch up.
Many professionals are searching for mastery—a point where they feel they know it all. This mindset leads to frustration when they realize that tech never stops evolving. Testers might compare themselves to others and feel imposter syndrome, believing they’ll never be as skilled as the top experts in the field.
How to win?
Shift the mindset from “keeping up” to “embracing the journey.” The best testers aren’t those who know everything but those who stay curious.
Help testers avoid burnout. Show that growth isn’t about chasing every new tool—it’s about finding meaning in continuous learning.
Make testing feel like an adventure, not an obligation. Keep the excitement alive by celebrating exploration, curiosity, and resilience.