Online: Why writing tests is valuable and the benefits of good CI/CD practices.

Title: Why writing tests is valuable and the benefits of good CI/CD practices.

Most startups are concerned with getting code to production as fast as possible. They cut corners on testing because their boss wants the work done yesterday. This leads to difficult to extend code in desperate need of refactor and longer times to dev or getting your code to production.

Facilitator: Owen Carter

I started my career wanting to be a developer, but hitting brick walls applying for jobs so I ended up in testing. In my first job It was so monotonous and predictable I automated it in CRON; it got me fired eventually but it gave me the time to learn to be a developer.

Personal life: I broke spine aged 20 just before my career started. I live in constant pain and the urge to quit is strong, but I wasn't about to let a physical disease stop me from doing what I love.

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