Alexandr Pidgirets
About Alexandr Pidgirets
Alexandr Pidgirets is a Team Lead and QA Analyst at Forte Group Inc., where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance, having held various roles within the company since 2013.
Work at Forte Group
Alexandr Pidgirets has been employed at Forte Group Inc. since 2013, holding various roles over the years. He started as a Forte apprentice for three months before transitioning to a Junior Technology Recruiter from 2013 to 2015. Following this, he served as a QA Analyst from 2015 to 2022. Currently, he holds the position of Team Lead / QA Analyst, a role he has occupied since 2017. His tenure at Forte Group spans a total of seven years, during which he has contributed significantly to quality assurance processes.
Education and Expertise
Alexandr Pidgirets studied at Ternopil National Pedagogical University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Translation Studies and Teaching English from 2009 to 2013. He also pursued an Undergraduate degree in Information Technology from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in quality assurance and technology.
Background in Quality Assurance
In his current role as Team Lead / QA Analyst, Alexandr has led the QA team responsible for the quality control of SQAD's MediaTools desktop application and MTNext web portal. He possesses hands-on experience in various testing methodologies, including regression, ad-hoc, exploratory, UI/UX, functional, integration, and acceptance testing. His expertise is complemented by proficiency in using bug tracking tools such as JIRA and GitLab.
Technical Skills and Tools
Alexandr Pidgirets has developed a range of technical skills relevant to his role in quality assurance. He is proficient in software testing tools like TestLink, HP ALM, and Selenium. Additionally, he has basic programming skills in HTML, CSS, Java, and C#. His familiarity with database management includes experience with Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL. He also utilizes virtualization tools such as VMware and VirtualBox.
Methodologies and Testing Knowledge
Alexandr employs Agile (Scrum) and Waterfall methodologies in project management, ensuring efficient workflow and project delivery. He has a brief knowledge of testing frameworks like jUnit and TestNG, which enhances his ability to conduct thorough testing processes. His comprehensive understanding of both manual and automated testing practices makes him a valuable asset in the field of quality assurance.