Linda Roden
About Linda Roden
Linda Roden is a Software Quality Assurance Engineer with over 20 years of experience, currently working at InnovaSystems International, LLC. She has a background in software testing and programming, with previous roles at companies such as Sun Microsystems and Keane Inc.
Work at InnovaSystems International
Linda Roden has been employed at InnovaSystems International, LLC as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer since 2004. With nearly two decades of experience in this role, she focuses on ensuring the quality and reliability of software products. Her responsibilities include creating test cases based on written requirements and utilizing Visual Studio/Microsoft Test Manager 2017 for testing processes. Additionally, she has extensive experience with Azure DevOps, which she uses for planning boards and deploying releases to integration.
Previous Experience in Software Quality Assurance
Prior to her current role, Linda worked at Sun Microsystems from 2000 to 2004 as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer. During her four years there, she developed skills in software testing and quality assurance processes. She also briefly worked at TEKSYSTEMS as a Software Tester in 2004. Her earlier experience includes a position as a Sr./Programmer Consultant at Keane Inc from 1997 to 2000 and as a Programmer at Katun Corporation from 1995 to 1997.
Education and Training in Software Testing
Linda Roden has pursued various educational opportunities to enhance her skills in software testing. She studied Quick Test Professional 9.0 at RMD - Mercury Training in 2007 and completed training in TFS 2010 for Testers at QuickLearn Training in 2012. Additionally, she attended online webinars through IISP and IIST, focusing on Software Quality in 2008. Her foundational education includes studying Solaris/C++ Programming at San Diego State University - Extended Studies in 2000.
Technical Skills and Tools Proficiency
Linda possesses a strong ability to create test cases from various styles of written requirements. She is proficient in automation testing, including triggering automation test runs. Her technical skills extend to using Azure DevOps for planning and deployment, as well as Visual Studio/Microsoft Test Manager for software testing. She has also studied SQL Server 2005 through an AppDev Online Course in 2009, further enhancing her technical capabilities.
Background in Computer Programming and Education
Linda's educational background includes a focus on computer programming, having studied Computer Programming with an RPG emphasis at Hennipen Technical College from 1993 to 1995. She also studied Accounting at McNeese State University from 1982 to 1986. Her diverse educational experiences contribute to her comprehensive understanding of both software quality assurance and programming principles.