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AI is changing how we code, but the real challenge is how we design and test software.

In this episode I speak with Harish Chandramowli, founder of Flare Software. From building cloud security at Bloomberg and MongoDB to launching a ERP platform for fashion and textile brands, Harish has seen software challenges at every scale.

We explore:
🤖 Practical applications of AI agents in startups
📦 Automating error prone tasks like parsing packing lists
🧪 Generating test cases at scale that traditional methods cannot reach
🛠️ Why the future of software depends less on coding speed and more on architecture and validation

If you are curious about how startups are using AI to innovate, and what skills will matter most in the years ahead, this episode is a must listen.

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I’m joined by Oksana Kovalchuk, a former software developer who now leads a top UI/UX design agency. She started programming at age 5, built the largest app on the Parse platform (showcased by Mark Zuckerberg at F8), and now helps startups cut through feature bloat to create user-friendly, business-focused digital products.

In this episode, we explore:
🧠 Why critical thinking still matters in the age of AI
🧪 How UX design and testing work best when they collaborate
🤖 Where AI fits into product development and where it doesn’t
🎯 How to avoid design and development shortcuts that lead to long-term pain

Oksana connects deep technical experience with design thinking in a way that’s practical, insightful, and immediately useful. Whether you’re coding, designing, or shaping product strategy, this one’s packed with takeaways.

Resources:
🌐 Website – anoda.mobi
📘 Nielsen Norman Group – 10 Usability Heuristics for User Interface Design
📱 X – @oks_ios
🔗 LinkedIn – Oksana Kovalchuk

#TechAndTest #Podcast #UXDesign #AI #SoftwareTesting #ProductDesign #CriticalThinking #Startups

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🎙️New on Tech and Test! 🎙️

I'm excited to share our latest episode featuring the brilliant Raman Judge, QA Director and a truly inspiring leader in the tech world.

In this episode, Raman opens up about her career journey from QA Engineer to senior leadership and shares practical, hard-earned wisdom on:

🔹 Navigating your career path from QA Engineer to a leadership role
🧠 Developing the mindset to conquer imposter syndrome and common challenges
🌱 Identifying and cultivating the essential traits of a good leader
💛 The power of embracing empathy in your leadership style
🚀 Why it's crucial to own your career journey

Raman’s personal motto,

“Lead now, grow continuously, own your own journey,”

is a message every aspiring tech leader needs to hear.

🎧 Tune in, get inspired, and take the next step in your journey

#TechAndTest #QualityAssurance #Leadership #CareerAdvice #Podcast #SoftwareTesting #ImposterSyndrome #Empathy

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