What Steps Should I Take To Transition From A Software Tester To A Software Developer?
Posted by benny in FreeWare on October 26th, 2009 | 3 responses
I have a few years of testing experience and I’d like to become a developer.
Would I be able to apply for a developer position with only testing experience and Computer Science degree? Any tips on how to position myself or adjust my resume would be great.
I’m going to be taking some programming classes, but I’m not sure if they will help. Do I need to have work experience in development in order to be considered a candidate for a developer job?
Thanks.
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3 Responses to “What Steps Should I Take To Transition From A Software Tester To A Software Developer?”
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I am tempted to say that you are actually ahead of the curve because of your testing experience. Most developers start out not knowing that they will be mostly testing. You also have a CS degree, which is a good thing. You also said you will be taking programming classes, which is great. What helped me out was I got resume help from many IT staffing agencies. What also helped me out was my website that I created as an online portfolio for my projects – including school projects, but this was before linkedin.com, which I recommend for your networking needs. And believe it or not, the last thing that helped me out was learning from failed interviews. You WILL be asked technical questions about your role, and since you already have experience in testing, it will help you a bit. Getting your foot in the door, in this economy, is difficult. Just be patient and something will come around. If nothing does come around, however, there is nothing stopping you from printing out your own business cards and just getting small side projects for yourself. Thats what I planned on doing when I got laid off, but I was able to land some short and long term contracts.
Take care.
The overall objective of a powerful resume is to exhibit relevant information about your career achievements, growth and academics in order to grab the attention of the Recruiter.
A resume could act as a job landing savior by catching the eyes of the Recruiter or could prove fatal and will be shown the face of the Trash can in the very first go. Another aspect of the same thing is that a good resume will give you an edge among the rest and you can enjoy the command of the employer’s attention.
All developers have to start without experience! Your testing experience will be a positive addition to a Comp Sci degree. DO you have the degree already? If so, you should be able to apply for jobs right away. if you don’t have it yet, you will definitely need some programming courses before you can become a developer.