STARWEST Bonus Sessions
Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 p.m.
The Glory and Agony of Offshore Testing
Rutesh Shah, Arsin Corporation
This session demonstrates the opportunities as well as the pitfalls associated with offshore testing and test automation using a case study from both client and vendor perspectives. This session is for those who have had this experience or may in the future. Use knowledge gained from this session to identify and frame offshore testing discussions in your own organization and ensure that your team makes efficient and informed decisions about offshore testing.
Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 p.m.
Influence and Business Speak for Testers
Esther Derby, Esther Derby Associates, Inc.
Management rarely cares about the number of defects and all the other things we measure. They are concerned with revenue and customer impact. Esther Derby facilitates a discussion about what motivates managers and how to frame information about quality and risks in language they will understand and appreciate. Learn and share ways to quantify impact, influence management, and establishing relationships of mutual benefit.
Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 p.m.
Why Looking for a Testing Job Is Just Like Dating: Tales from a Formerly Out-of-Work Tester
Marcia Miller, Gap, Inc.
Many testers are finding themselves out of work due to budget cuts and project cancellations. Marcia Miller found herself in that situation after twenty-five years of continuous employment and has agreed to share her experience in these uncertain times. Marcia facilitates a lighthearted yet invaluable discussion about keeping your current job, preparing for the impact of a potential layoff, and searching for work in a difficult economy.
Thursday, October 30, 6:00 p.m.
How to Give More Effective Presentations
Robin Goldsmith, Go Pro Management, Inc.
Looking to bolster your presentation skills? Robin Goldsmith shares his expertise in this interactive workshop that helps current and prospective conference presenters find ways to structure meaningful, effective presentations. Learn to present your ideas in a way that captivates your audience as well as instructs them. You can also bring these skills to bear when dealing with upper management. It's a vital tool for anyone hoping to move ahead.
Thursday, October 30, 6:00 p.m.
Building Testing Leaders
Naomi Mitsumori, IBM Global Services
Testing tools along with test processes and methodologies are critical to good testing, but another important aspect is the people who make it all happen. The importance of training good test leaders is often overlooked. Learn how one world-class organization successfully trained project and technical leads while continuing to meet business demands. Share your experiences as a test lead and how your organization develops new testing leaders.
Thursday, October 30, 6:00 p.m.
Test Project Management: People Management Skills
Kris McDaniel, VMC Consulting
The transition from tester to test manager is often made with little or no human relations management training. Without these crucial skills, team efficacy and client results may be hindered considerably. Kris McDaniel leads this discussion for testers looking toward a future in management, test managers who wish to improve their productivity, and everyone in between. Discuss practical techniques for managing effectively, recruiting new personnel, enhancing team productivity, and conflict resolution.
FREE Post-Conference Workshop
Friady, October 31, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Kickoff to Change: Applying STAR's Lessons
Robin Goldsmit, Go Pro Management, Inc.
STARWEST 2003 is committed to helping you put new information and techniques into practice. Stay after the conference concludes for a facilitated workshop to help you integrate ideas and organize a plan of action. Your input defines the issues and agenda topics. Come prepared to interact and return as your organization’s agent for change. |
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