Latha Ravishankar
Fulshear,TX
Summary
Results-driven Software QA Tester with a proven track record at Katy ISD, excelling in test case design and defect tracking. Adept at enhancing software quality through meticulous regression testing and effective collaboration. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and fostering teamwork, contributing to a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Software QA Tester
Katy ISD
05.2013 - Current
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
- Identified, documented, and tracked software defects utilizing bug tracking tools.
- Collaborated with development teams to understand requirements and improve testing processes.
- Conducted regression testing to verify that software updates did not adversely affect existing features.
- Analyzed user feedback to inform continuous improvement initiatives in the software development lifecycle.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality software products within tight deadlines.
- Mitigated risks associated with software releases through rigorous pre-release validation activities
- Mentored the testing and development team, promoting best practices in testing strategies and documentation standards.
- Led training sessions for new users and Project Coordinators on standard operating procedures and testing methodologies.
- Collaborated closely with developers during defect fixing phase resulting in quicker resolutions.
- Ensured thorough testing coverage by developing comprehensive test suites for new features and regression testing.
- Enhanced collaboration between QA team members through efficient communication channels such as daily stand-ups, bug triage meetings, and status reports on project progress.
- Reduced production defects by ensuring proper traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects.
- Enhanced user experience by identifying, reporting, and tracking software defects to resolution.
- Improved software quality by creating and executing test plans and cases for various applications.
- Contributed to the establishment of a culture of quality within the organization through active participation in process improvement initiatives related to SDLC methodologies
- Assisted team with development of web-based applications in Agile environment.
- Carried out tests to identify, report and repair bugs and glitches.
- Wrote and optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing with consistent, thorough approaches.
- Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes, and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.
QA Tester
ICON PLC
03.2011 - 04.2013
- Developed and executed test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
- Identified, documented, and tracked defects through various testing phases.
- Collaborated with development teams to resolve issues and improve product reliability.
QA Tester and Project Coordinator
IBM/Center Point Energy
02.2011 - 04.2011
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
- Identified, documented, and tracked defects using JIRA to enhance product reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements and improve testing processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Ethiraj College
Chennai, India03-1990
Skills
- Quick-learner
- Test case design
- Manual testing
- Proficient in SQL Queries
- Excel, Word,
- SQL
- User acceptance testing
- Regression testing
- Test documentation
- Agile methodology
- Integration testing
- Defect tracking
- Azure for Defect Tracking
- Requirements analysis
- New feature testing
- Defect resolution
- Regression testing management
- Writing test scripts
- Experience with agile methodologies
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Manual test case preparation
- Defect tracking and reporting
- Strong problem solver
- Relationship building
- Bug tracking and resolution
- Documentation skills
- Organized and detail oriented
- Teamwork and positive attitude
- Quality assurance
- Project management
Timeline
Software QA Tester
Katy ISD
05.2013 - Current
QA Tester
ICON PLC
03.2011 - 04.2013
QA Tester and Project Coordinator
IBM/Center Point Energy
02.2011 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Ethiraj College