MADHURIMA GARGI

acx751@r.postjobfree.com

864-***-****

Education:

Bachelor of Technology (Computer Science) June 2008

Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow

Professional Summary:

4 years of experience in software quality analysis and management of web based, windows based and mobile applications (Android and IOS).

Skilled in Functional testing, Database Testing, Regression testing, Performance testing, Stress testing, Integration testing and User Acceptance testing.

Coordinate system testing, user acceptance testing and end user training sessions and demos to stakeholders.

Well versed in creating automated test scripts and manual testing

Used tools like Selenium, QTP (Quick Test Professional), QC (Quality Center) and Load Runner.

Expertise in testing web services in a SOA (Service Oriented Architecture) using SOAP UI.

Extensive experience of preparing Test Plans and writing test cases based on project requirements.

Working knowledge of SQL and VB scripting.

Worked on defect management systems such as Bug Tracker, TFS (Team Foundation Server), Bugzilla etc.

Thorough understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), involved in various phases like Requirements, Analysis/Design, Development and Testing.

Have functional knowledge of project management tools such as JIRA and PeopleSoft.

Coordinated with clients and stake holders to understand the requirements and delivering high quality deliverables.

Thorough understanding of Agile (Scrum) and Waterfall methodologies.

Strong organizational and prioritizing skills. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines working independently as well as in teams to contribute to the overall success of organization.

Work closely with SCRUM team to determine effort estimations and ensure proper execution of user stories through user acceptance testing and requirements traceability matrix.

Strong technical written and verbal communication.

Flexible to adapt to changes in organization.

Performing even in critical situations and meeting tight deadlines.

Great attention to details.

Result-oriented problem solver.

Technology:

Software Quality Analysis : Selenium, QTP, QC, Load Runner, TFS, Salesforce, Fiddler, WireShark, SOAPUI, TortoiseSVN, MS Office.

Project Management : JIRA, Prolite, PeopleSoft

Source Control Tools : Team Foundation Server, Visual Source Safe

SDLC Methodologies : Agile, Waterfall

Relational Databases : Oracle, MS SQL Server, DB2

Other Technology : Web Services, XML, HTML, Dream Weaver, DBVizualizer, SOAP, MS Visio, Scripting and Documentation

Professional Experience:

Testing Specialist (Spectra Infosystems, Virginia) September 2015 - August 2016

An expert in process elicitation and providing solutions to IT & Business users for clearer requirement understanding between the business and IT.

Interface with business stakeholders both internal and external to ensure that the product is being developed as per expectations from the client and business.

Train and facilitate training for business testers prior and during UAT phase.

Ensure proper GDP (Good Documentation Practices) are followed throughout the SDLC of project.

Responsible for providing Quality Control (QC), coordinating User Acceptance testing, and participating in the development of QC and cross-functional software development processes.

End-to- End Test Case Preparation, Schedule Planning and Co-ordination

Supervision of Test case creation and review- Worked with the Testing team to create test cases by communicating the project requirements and scenarios under which the application will be used.

Redefined testing procedures and software release procedures to facilitate SCRUM and new project management tool with improved predictability.

Reviewer of User Acceptance Test Plan and facilitated UAT execution by sitting alongside business users.

Participate in initial assessment of any project to assess major business implications, risks, complexity and criticality of the application.

Conduct joint requirement sessions with the business and technology teams to gather requirements and perform gap analysis of systems in order to merge processes and create new processes.

Software Quality Engineer (Harvard Business School, Boston) February 2013 – September 2013

Manual and automation testing of various web based applications and web services.

Developing test strategies for manual test case creation and execution.

Analyze and verify requirement documents created by business analysts for ERCORE applications by working with them and the developers.

Create, maintain and review test cases, test scripts, test plans and execution reports.

Collecting different user types/roles for testing authorization of different modules.

Testing every build and release to identify bugs and report to the developers, users and management.

Responsible for smoke testing and functional testing before and after every deployment.

Ensure proper GDP (Good Documentation Practices) are followed throughout the SDLC of project.

System testing, Regression testing, Browser Compatibility and performance for all applications and their upgraded versions.

Controlling versions through TFS.

Known for documentation skills.

Used JIRA as a Project Management tool.

Tracking and managing defects using TFS and Bugzilla.

Creating SQL queries for data validation and verification.

Involved in end-to-end testing of Learning Hub, a mobile application.

Perform testing on android emulator and devices to ensure flawless functionality.

Involved in designing automation scripts and testing using Selenium IDE.

Working closely with the development team in resolving bugs and verifying and closing bug reports once they are resolved.

Develop test metrics and master test plans.

Carrying out effort estimation using Function Point analysis and Use Case Point analysis.

Participate in daily Scrum meetings to share high level status.

Responsible for presenting reports and metrics to directors in weekly status report meetings.

Continuously streamlining and improving the testing life cycle to ensure test planning, execution, and reporting are effective and coordinated well.

Execute and modify test cases to suit different versions of Class Note.

Involved in all stages of SDLC from conception to completion.

Maintaining Test Environments and Virtual Machines.

Involved in review and analysis of Business/Technical requirements and Use Cases. Requirements gathering, preparation of specification documents, allocation of test resources on project, maintaining regular interactions with the client setting deadlines for deliverables and coordinating with team to achieve deadlines.

Summarize, report and present test results to the managers.

Train users for application functionalities.

Coordinate quality reviews and audits.

Participate in iteration planning and retrospective meetings.

Quality Analyst (Amity University) September 2010 – September 2011

Developed test plans and strategies for manual and automation script creation and execution.

Analyzed business and functional requirements by interviewing clients and going through use cases and specification documents for different clients.

Preparing, reviewing and finalizing the test scenarios and keep them aligned with user requirement specifications

Conducted discussions with Business Analysts and SMEs to create manual test cases/scenarios, test steps, and expected Results.

Conduct joint requirement sessions with the business and technology teams to gather requirements and perform gap analysis of systems in order to merge processes and create a new process

Involved in end to end testing of Amizone ( A mobile application ).

Creating and running SQL Queries/scripts to validate application behavior.

Performed extensive integration testing of the whole system apart from functional, regression, black-box and unit testing of individual applications.

Involved in monthly status meetings with IT Directors and weekly defect status meetings with QA teams and development teams.

Identified various scenarios for functional and integration testing.

Developed Test Scripts based on test cases written for software applications (web based, windows based and mobile).

Tested applications manually and by using Automation tools.

End-to- End Test Case Preparation, Schedule Planning and Co-ordination

Logging and reporting bugs and keeping track of their status.

Used QTP for functional and regression testing of applications.

Interviewed candidates for testing positions available.

Quality Analyst (Witbrix Consultancy & Solutions) June 2008 – September 2010

Developed test plans and strategies for manual testing.

Compared expected outcomes of testing with the actual results to find out defects in applications.

Updated / Added test cases as required depending on the change in requirements.

Documentation, tracking and closure of testing bugs encountered at different type of testing

Creating and running SQL Queries/scripts to validate application behavior.

Involved in weekly defect status meetings along with QA team and Development team.

Got exposed to automation tools such as QTP and QC.

Developed test plans and strategies for manual and automation script creation and execution.

Analyzed business and functional requirements by interviewing clients and going through use cases and specification documents for different clients.

Conducted discussions with Business Analysts and SMEs to create manual test cases/scenarios, test steps, and expected Results.

Creating and running SQL Queries/scripts to validate application behavior.

Performed extensive integration testing of the whole system apart from functional, regression, black-box and unit testing of individual applications.

Involved in monthly status meetings with IT Directors and weekly defect status meetings with QA teams and development teams.

Identified various scenarios for functional and integration testing.

Developed Test Scripts based on test cases written for software applications (web based, windows based and mobile).

Tested applications manually and by using Automation tools.

Used QTP for functional and regression testing of applications.

Achievements & Extra Curricular Activities:

Won Second Prize in Visual Thrust at SRM University 2008.

Anchored in various events at college level.

Participated in NIIT 5th National IT Aptitude Test and stood in Top 11% of the students.

Participated in NIIT 4th National IT Aptitude Test and stood in Top 14% of the students.

Awarded by the Chairman of the city for Best Student.

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