I am Shashika Siriwardhana (Shashi) 😊
🚀 My mission: Combining innovative test automation with a passion for testing to help businesses succeed.
👨💻 My toolkit: A strong foundation in software development and hands-on experience in various testing processes.
🎯 My goal: To empower teams and organizations to enhance their testing standards, streamline testing processes, and deliver exceptional products.
💡 Philosophy: "Stay curious, embrace challenges, and focus on continuous improvement over perfection."
Why testing?
Testing is my passion because it’s about growth – understanding the product, collaborating with people, and ensuring the best user experience possible.
Empowering Growth, Inspiring Impact..
I’m on a mission to create a knowledge-sharing platform to empower new testers, grow into a talented and humble leader, and make a positive impact by helping others in every way I can.
Milestones That Shaped My Journey.
2024 - Today
Continuous Learning and Certifications - Advancing in Test Automation
June 2023 - March 2024
Diving into testing - Trainee QA Engineer at Nuclei Technologies
November 2022- June 2023
Exploring New Roles - Trainee Software Engineer at Nuclei Technologies
2021 - 2022
Reaching New Heights - BEng (Hons) in Software Engineering
2019 - 2021
First Steps - Trainee Software Developer at E Logic Lanka
2017 - 2021
The Start of My Journey - HNDIT at SLIATE
To enhance my skills and expertise in testing, I completed the following certifications:
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Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) - ISTQB - October 2024
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Certified Tester Foundation Level Agile Tester (CTFL-AT;Agile) - ISTQB - December 2024
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Certified Tester Test Automation Engineer (CT-TAE) - ISTQB(In Progress, March 2025)
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Software Technical Test Automation Training - Imperial College of Information and Business (ICITB) - July -2024
These certifications have strengthened my ability to ensure software testing through manual and automated testing while staying updated on industry best practices.
I have embraced Agile workflows, collaborating closely with teams to align quality with business goals and user needs. My journey in testing has involved crafting comprehensive test plans, running tests across desktop, mobile, tablet, and even TV platforms with firestick to ensure seamless functionality. I've actively participated in customer meetings to understand their vision, translating it into effective testing strategies. By combining manual and automated testing, I've streamlined processes and maintained high standards through continuous testing.
During my time as a trainee Software Engineer at Nuclei Technologies, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in dynamic platforms and cutting-edge technologies. I focused on creating user-friendly solutions, optimizing workflows, and tacking complex challenges with precision. This experience strengthened my technical expertise, sharpened my problem-solving skills, and deepened my understanding of delivering impactful software solutions. It was a period of growth, collaboration, and innovation that laid a solid foundation for my journey in technology.
I proudly earned First-Class Honors in Software engineering from London Metropolitan University, was a truly motivating milestone in my journey. This degree not only enhanced my technical talents but also strengthened my problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills. It deepened my challenges with confidence. Beyond the technical knowledge, this experience fueled my passion for continuous learning, inspiring me to constantly push my limits and apply my skills to create impactful, user-centered solutions.
During my time as a software developer, I took my first steps into the world of real-world development. This experience helped me build practical skills, solve challenges efficiently, and contribute to impactful projects. It was here that I truly understand the power of technology to create seamless solutions and drive innovation.
My journey into technology began with my Higher National Diploma, where I not only honed my skills in software development but also embraced a balanced approach to life. Alongside my academic pursuits, I actively participated in sports, dancing, music, organizing events and various extracurricular activities, while also engaging in social work. This well-rounded involvement helped me develop a strong work ethic, time management, and teamwork skills. Balancing these experiences with my studies helped me achieve great academic results while growing both personally and professionally in the fast-changing tech world.