Thanks to everyone who attended the presentation today. Video and slides are below. For those who asked – some of my other online talks are here:
Thoughts on test strategy – http://www.vimeo.com/15853235
Code reviews for testers – http://www.vimeo.com/16753993
Ride the Gravy Train (and other career tips) from Alan Page.
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