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Venkatesh Prasad Kathiresan

Chennai

Summary

Automation Tester with over 3+ years of IT experience, including a notable tenure at Atos Syntel, specializing in test automation and unit testing. Proficient in Selenium WebDriver, Java, and JUnit/TestNG frameworks to develop and execute robust automation scripts. Skilled at writing dynamic XPaths and utilizing GitHub for enhanced collaboration within teams. Dedicated to improving software quality through Agile methodologies and active engagement in team processes.

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Work History

Associate Consultant

Atos Syntel
Chennai
06.2024 - Current
  • Over 3 years of experience in the IT industry, including more than 3 years at Atos Syntel, with a focus on test automation and unit testing.
  • Proficient in test automation using Selenium, with hands-on expertise in Selenium WebDriver and Java for robust test script development.
  • Strong experience in JUnit and TestNG frameworks for creating and managing automated test cases.
  • Extensive experience in writing dynamic XPaths for accurate identification of web elements, ensuring flexibility, and scalability in automation scripts.
  • Solid knowledge of version control systems like GitHub, ensuring smooth collaboration and version management within development and testing teams.
  • Adept in using the Eclipse IDE for efficient coding, debugging, and running automation test scripts.
  • Actively involved in Agile ceremonies, including Daily Scrum calls, Sprint planning, Sprint reviews, and Retrospectives, ensuring smooth project execution and team collaboration.
  • Proven ability to quickly adapt and grasp new technologies and concepts, maintaining up-to-date skills with industry trends and best practices.
  • Strong collaborative skills, working effectively with testers, developers, and other team members to enhance the overall software product quality.

Education

Bachelors of Computer Science Engineering,

Agni College of Technology
Chennai
05-2020

Skills

  • Java
  • Selenium
  • TestNG
  • Git
  • MySQL
  • Postman
  • Cucumber
  • JIRA
  • Excel
  • JUnit
  • Agile
  • API testing
  • Jenkins / CI/CD tools
  • JSON
  • SelectorHub
  • XPath / CSS Selectors

Affiliations

Project 1: (Jun’2022- Present)

Project Name: Amex

Client Name: Amex

Domain: Banking Role: Test Engineer

Technologies/SkillsUsed: Java, selenium Web Driver, TestNG, Maven, Eclipse, Jenkins, Jira.

Responsibilities:

  • Spearheaded the automation of web application processes within the Forex payment portal, improving efficiency and accuracy as well as reducing analyst effort by 50% in advancing processes.
  • Conducted Functional, API, and Integration Testing of automated modules, ensuring seamless operation.
  • Actively addressed client-reported bugs and defects, resolving them within designated timeframes based on severity with root cause analysis. Contributed to process enhancements and performed Regression Testing to maintain product integrity.
  • Collaborated in Agile environments, participating in sprint planning and demonstrations. Participated in test case preparation and execution, as well as database integration and maintenance

Project Description: Implementation of the internal RPA tool SYNTBOTS to automate and validate the client application process, eliminating manual repetitive tasks. Successfully developed and delivered 40+ automation bot processes for different markets with average time save of 213 hours per month. Conducted comprehensive end-to-end testing prior to deployment to ensure seamless functionality and implemented CI/CD pipelines using integrated tool.

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Project 2: (Sep’2021- Apr’2022)

Project Name: Wayfair

Client Name: Wayfair

Domain: E-commerce Role: Test Engineer

Technologies/Skills Used: Java, Junit, GitHub, Eclipse, JIRA.

Responsibilities:

  • End to end testing for manually and Automation
  • Automation of functional testing framework for various module using selenium web driver
  • Preparation of Test script using selenium web driver (Automated tool) with java.
  • Located Web elements using Xpath expressions, CSS selector, etc.
  • Followed agile methodologies for project activities.
  • Involved in test case execution and Bug Reporting.

Project Description: Wayfair is an e-commerce company specializing in furniture and household products. Wayfair was founded in 2002 and was called CSN stores at the time. It provided an open market where more than 10,000 suppliers worldwide sold millions of products directly to digital customers. To support its digital activities, Wayfair has established offices and warehouses throughout the United States, and has also expanded overseas operations in Canada, Germany, Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Certification

  • Certification on Java Selenium.
  • Certified in Java, C, C++, and MySQL by 3Edge Solutions.
  • Received Spot Recognition Award for achieving the milestone in completing the component within the given period of time.

Accomplishments

I hereby declare that the information that I have furnished is authentic, and true to the best of my knowledge.

Venkatesh Prasad

Timeline

Associate Consultant

Atos Syntel
06.2024 - Current

Bachelors of Computer Science Engineering,

Agni College of Technology
Venkatesh Prasad Kathiresan