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Navareena Alexander

Madurai

Summary

Experienced Manual Testing Specialist with 1.7 years of expertise in API, Web, & Mobile Testing. Versatile in roles such as project coordinator and client relationship manager. Additionally, boasts 6 years of combined experience in education and the private sector, bringing a comprehensive understanding of project management and client engagement. Skilled in designing test cases, executing test plans, and identifying and documenting defects. Seeking to utilize my expertise in testing to contribute to the success of a dynamic software development

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Test Associate

SystimaNX IT Solutions Pvt Ltd
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans and strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications
  • Created detailed test cases and test scripts based on software requirements and functional specifications
  • Conducted manual testing activities, including test case execution, defect identification, and documentation of test results
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers and business analysts, to identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely resolution
  • Utilized bug tracking systems like JIRA to log and track defects, and communicated findings effectively
  • Conducted regression testing to verify that software updates or modifications did not adversely affect existing functionality
  • Contributed to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

As Project Co-ordinator

  • Managed project schedules, timelines, and resources to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
  • .Coordinated project activities and tasks, assigning responsibilities to team members and tracking progress to meet project objectives.
  • Facilitated communication and collaboration among project including team members, clients.
  • Organized and facilitated project meetings, prepared agendas, documented meeting minutes, and followed up on action items to drive accountability.

As Client Relationship Manager

  • Acted as the primary point of contact for client communication, managing all inbound and outbound correspondence to ensure timely and effective communication.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, preferences, and expectations to deliver exceptional service and support.
  • Provided regular updates to clients on project status, milestones, and deliverables, addressing any concerns or questions promptly to maintain client satisfaction


Guest Lecturer

Coimbatore Institute of Engineering and Technology (CIET)
04.2021 - 07.2022
  • Taught computer technology courses as a guest lecturer.
  • Presented complex concepts in a clear and relatable manner, simplifying difficult material for better comprehension by diverse audiences.
  • Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
  • Utilized multimedia tools to supplement lectures, enhancing visual appeal and facilitating deeper understanding of key concepts.

Ad-Hoc Faculty

IIIT Tiruchirappalli
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • Taught introductory computer technology courses and advanced computer science courses
  • Instructed and mentored individual students
  • Assisted in managing and maintaining the university computer lab and library
  • Coordinated with faculty and outside personnel in discussing research opportunities
  • Developed curriculum to be used by department staff and shared with other academic institutions
  • Worked with department chair and university admissions department to arrange class schedules
  • Maintained regular office hours to meet with students individually.

Facilitator

TalentEase Pvt Ltd
06.2017 - 02.2019
  • Guided groups towards achieving goals through collaboration and communication
  • Led meetings and workshops, managing group dynamics effectively
  • Utilized various techniques to stimulate creativity and facilitate decision-making
  • Emphasized active listening and problem-solving to ensure effective communication
  • Documented meeting outcomes and action items for accountability and progress tracking
  • Sought continuous improvement and incorporated feedback to enhance facilitation skills.

Education

M.E in Software Engineering -

CIET At Anna University Chennai
06.2016

B.Tech in Information Technology -

IECW At Anna University Chennai
04.2013

H.S.C (XII) in Bio-Maths -

O.C.P.M Girls Higher Secondary School Madurai
05.2009

S.S.L.C -

St.Martin's E.M.H.S at Palakkad
03.2007

Skills

  • Web application Testing
  • Mobile Application Testing
  • API Testing using POST MAN Tool
  • Manual Testing
  • JIRA Tool
  • Slack Tool
  • Test Case development,Test Planning,Test Case Execution,Test Scenarios
  • MS Office Package
  • Requirement Gathering,Requirement Analysis,Requirement Management
  • JMeter,Selenium with Python
  • Meetings with client and team

Languages

Java
Beginner (A1)
Python
Beginner (A1)
Selenium
Beginner (A1)
JMeter
Elementary (A2)

Projects

Worked in more then 10+ Projects so far. 

To be specific in detail, 

Project : Mytag (online business card) 

Company: XYZ Software Solutions

 Duration: October 2023 - March 2023

 Description: 

 1.Led a team with developers both front-end(Angular) and back-end (Laravel API) in Communicating the requirement from client ,documenting it and providing exact solution required. Developed test suite for the company's flagship web-based application and mobile application. 

2.Arranged project meetings with client and obtained a clear view of the exact need .created as stories in JIRA board(use cases). 

 3.Defined test scenarios ensuring comprehensive coverage of critical functionalities. 

4.Collaborated with developers to identify and address challenges, ensuring stability and reliability across different environments. 

5. Conducted regular maintenance and updates to the test suite, adding new test cases and enhancing existing to accommodate changes in application features. 

6. Presented project updates and test execution reports to demonstrate the effectiveness in improving test coverage and efficiency. 

7.Discussed each user story with project Manager and front-end developers ,back -end developers regarding the sprint planning. 

8.Added Tasks and followed up in JIRA .Then and there arranged meetings with clients and updated with latest Build in developer environment,staging environment and finally in live environment


Technologies Used: 

1. JIRA (Defect Tracking) 

2. Excel sheet (Maintained all test cases and test scenarios) 

3. Agile Methodology 

This project showcases my ability to lead and contribute to the development of testing solutions, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of software testing process.

Additional Information

I hereby declare that the facts given above are genuine to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Timeline

Test Associate

SystimaNX IT Solutions Pvt Ltd
08.2022 - Current

Guest Lecturer

Coimbatore Institute of Engineering and Technology (CIET)
04.2021 - 07.2022

Ad-Hoc Faculty

IIIT Tiruchirappalli
03.2019 - 03.2021

Facilitator

TalentEase Pvt Ltd
06.2017 - 02.2019

M.E in Software Engineering -

CIET At Anna University Chennai

B.Tech in Information Technology -

IECW At Anna University Chennai

H.S.C (XII) in Bio-Maths -

O.C.P.M Girls Higher Secondary School Madurai

S.S.L.C -

St.Martin's E.M.H.S at Palakkad
Navareena Alexander