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The Importance of Learning to Code

The Test Lead
2 min readDec 26, 2023

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Learning to code may be the one of the biggest benefits to your career. In the world of testing software, things are changing fast. You might think that coding is only for those doing automation, but here’s a surprise — even if you prefer manual testing, learning to code can boost your skills, create job security, and open you up to new opportunities.

In this article, we’ll explore how picking up some coding basics, or coding advanced topics if you want, can make a big difference for manual QA testers. So, let’s dive into why coding is a valuable tool for manual testers, even if you’re not planning to become a coding expert.

Automation Ceiling Of Growth And Pay

It’s no secret, automation engineers get paid more than manual testers because of their increased skillset. As far as pay and responsibilities, learning to code for automation can help your career greatly.

Continuous Learning Culture
Embracing coding as a manual QA tester showcases your commitment to a culture of continuous learning and improvement. You are showing that you are invested in learning new things, which would also translate to learning new things that may be required for a job role.

Industry Competitiveness
Job security is closely tied to how well you can compete in the job market…

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