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Daria
Head of Community
February 23, 2024
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SDIT/SDET or tester: identity question 😁

  • February 23, 2024
  • 7 replies
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Hi everyone! 👋

What do you think about being called a 'Software Developer in Testing' (SDIT)? Does that title describe your job accurately, or would you prefer something else? 

7 replies

IOan
February 26, 2024

I have been called many things, and I have to agree,

There's no one title that perfectly fits me.

But in the corporate world, where title do matter

A name like "Software Developer in Testing" does make the job sound better.

 

Yet in this digital domain where we tinker and strive,

A title more nuanced might help us thrive.

"Bug Buster" or "Glitch Guru," perhaps they might sing,

Or "Error Assassin," to tasks I would cling.

 

So while "Software Developer in Testing" has its place,

Let's find a title that captures our grace.

For in this journey where codes weave and twine,

A fitting title can make our efforts shine! 

Do not forget to Rest then Test
Daria
DariaCommunity ManagerAuthor
Head of Community
February 26, 2024

I have been called many things, and I have to agree,

There's no one title that perfectly fits me.

But in the corporate world, where title do matter

A name like "Software Developer in Testing" does make the job sound better.

 

Yet in this digital domain where we tinker and strive,

A title more nuanced might help us thrive.

"Bug Buster" or "Glitch Guru," perhaps they might sing,

Or "Error Assassin," to tasks I would cling.

 

So while "Software Developer in Testing" has its place,

Let's find a title that captures our grace.

For in this journey where codes weave and twine,

A fitting title can make our efforts shine! 

Brilliant and slightly melancholic @IOan 😁

How would you like to be called? Error Assassin, Bug Buster or Glitch Guru?

Quality Beyond Testing
hungoboss
Specialist
March 5, 2024

I am honestly curious how are you coming up with these names, Daria. 😁

Daria
DariaCommunity ManagerAuthor
Head of Community
March 15, 2024

I wish I was that creative, @hungoboss  Can’t take credit for @IOan s literary talent. All the names were in his poem 😆

Quality Beyond Testing
IOan
March 19, 2024

@Daria and @Kat - It would maybe be fun in the future to have a poem challenge :D

Do not forget to Rest then Test
Kat
Employee
March 19, 2024

@Daria and @Kat - It would maybe be fun in the future to have a poem challenge :D

Noted!

Quality Matters, Kat
Ramanan
Ace Pilot
October 3, 2024

Hi everyone! 👋

What do you think about being called a 'Software Developer in Testing' (SDIT)? Does that title describe your job accurately, or would you prefer something else? 

Hi! 👋 @Daria 

"Software Developer in Testing" (SDIT) is an interesting title—it emphasizes both development and testing, which reflects the hybrid nature of the role. In many ways, it fits because we aren’t just testing; we’re building frameworks, writing automation scripts, and contributing to the development pipeline.

That said, I sometimes prefer the term "QA Engineer" or "Automation Engineer" since they encompass the broader aspects of quality assurance, from strategy to execution. But in the end, it’s less about the title and more about the impact we make, right? 😊

What about you? Do you feel SDIT covers everything you do?

Hunt the bugs, ensure the hugs. Quality is everything.