Laurence Block
Software Tester
Kraaifontein
Summary
Dynamic Software Tester with experience writing test scripts, debugging and implementing automation tests to help applications run smoothly. Collaborates with software team in continuous build and deployment process. Excels at learning new software tools and best practices in software quality assurance.
Software Tester effective at working in fast-paced testing environments to review software at each stage of development and production. Checks function, layout and operation for usability and visual design issues. Familiar with working in Agile-driven environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Language
Work History
Intermediate Software Tester
IMQS
Stellenbosch
01.2022 - Current
- Functional Tester of Rapid Development Tools, Mabl Automation, Web-based Testing, Scrum lead
- Prioritized software functional tests and simultaneously managed multiple projects.
- Reviewed and delivered technical feedback for detailed test and analysis procedures.
- Created test estimates and defined and built reusable testing assets for large and complex projects.
- Defined and administered standard testing architecture methodologies, processes and tools.
- Built automated test scripts to handle repetitive software testing work.
Quality Assurance Officer
Compuscan Holdings
Stellenbosch
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Test Complete Automation, Database Conversion, Query/Function Writing (SQL and amending), Custom Report Writing and Maintenance (Stimulsoft and Crystal), C# development Troubleshooting, Client Support
- Assured consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systems.
- Monitored activities and supporting systems to meet compliance regulations.
- Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
Quality Assurance Officer
Experian South Africa
Stellenbosch
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Test Complete Automation, Katalon Automation, Database Conversion, Query/Function Writing (SQL and amending), Custom Report Writing and maintenance (Stimulsoft and Crystal), C# development Troubleshooting, Client Support
- Assured consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systems.
- Monitored activities and supporting systems to meet compliance regulations.
- Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
- Investigated customer complaints and performed corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
SQL Database Administrator
ADP Marine and Modular
Capetown
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintenance of the Database including Population, Crystal Report Writing, Formal Document writing, Specification and analysis Documentation around Database
- Produced high-standard database solutions to meet stability, reliability and performance metrics.
- Maintained complex T-SQL queries, views and stored procedures in multi-database environment with little supervision.
- Developed custom database objects, stored procedures and delivered application support.
- Tested programs and databases to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
Education
National Diploma - Information Technology
Damelin College (Cape Town Campus)
Cape Town 02.2012 - 02.2015
Skills
Fluent in SQL
undefinedEducation History
Damelin College Cape town campus, Information Technology (IT) (various subjects), Hector Peterson FET, 2007 - 2011, IsiXhosa (Home language), English (1st Additional language), Mathematics, Physical Science, Computer Applications and Technology (CAT), Life Science/ Biology, Life Orientation
Skills - Work Experience Skills
- SQL Script (Function) Writing
- Crystal Report Writing
- Stimulsoft Report Writing
- SQL Server Reporting
- C# Troubleshooting
- Formal Document writing, Specification, and analysis Documentation
- Database Maintenance
Pc Literacy
- Advanced PC Skills
- Visual Basic .net Programming (Working understanding)
- C# programming (Working understanding)
- Html + Dhtml (Working understanding)
- Java script (Working understanding)
- SQL
Personal Information
- ID Number: 930423 5099 08 9
- Health Status: Good
- Date of Birth: 04/23/1993
References
- Experian South Africa, Oliver Julius, QA Team Leader, 082 730 3062
- Experian South Africa, Daneel Geldenhuys, QA Manager, 0724179074
Timeline
Intermediate Software Tester
IMQS
01.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Officer
Experian South Africa
08.2018 - 12.2021
Quality Assurance Officer
Compuscan Holdings
08.2016 - 07.2018
SQL Database Administrator
ADP Marine and Modular
02.2015 - 02.2016
National Diploma - Information Technology
Damelin College (Cape Town Campus)
02.2012 - 02.2015
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