In this second episode with Rob Wade, host Mike delves deep into the world of QA and its crucial role in tech growth. Rob shares his wealth of experience and unique insights on measuring quality, the importance of dialogue, and the challenges of remote work. Filled with thought-provoking discussions and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to master the art of tech growth. KEY TAKEAWAYS QAs can act as blueprinters, shaping projects before development begins, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Bouncing back and forth between states in a workflow indicates a breakdown in interpretation and process. The worst and most expensive place to find a bug is in production, as it leads to context switching and delays. Documenting time spent in each status can help identify bottlenecks and improve throughput. Hybrid work  ...