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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Nov 23

Saw this today and it made me smile

Text reads

Thank you for being friends with me.

Baffling decision, but thank you

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Aug 14

Big shame for United though

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Jul 22

Mrs Armstrong and I have a very healthy relationship....

WhatsApp message thread reading:
Mrs A - Think the bathroom sink needs unclogging in the u bend
Me - prepare yourself for a hilarious pun
...
That sounds like a U problem
Mrs A - hahahaha hahahaha
I just fell off my chair
Laughing so much

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Jun 10

Sometimes as a parent, I look for markers to see if I'm being successful.

Looking at some old pictures the other day, my youngest caught sight of this old t-shirt of mine.

He thought it was Samus Aran, from Metroid.

I think I am therefore doing an alright job.

Navy t-shirt with the comic book hero, Iron Man on it.

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · May 23

This is happening today.

Come and join us at midday BST / 13:00 CEST

@9outof10testers.bsky.social

@sheymouse.bsky.social @hannaschlander.bsky.social @sannetized.bsky.social @witchofthetest.bsky.social

www.youtube.com/live/C2XTOll...

9 Out of 10 Testers: Workplace Clashes

We at 9 out of 10 testers like to share our pet peeves and rant about the things we hate. On our platform it goes down well enough, but in a different context, a grumble might lead to a disagreement. ...

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · May 4

May the 4th be with you

#AnnualTradition #LessFunnyEachYear #StarWarsDay

Selfie with me pulling the Vulcan 'live long and prosper' hand signal, wearing a t-shirt that reads Star Wars #1 Fan, with Star Trek's Starship enterprise in the centre

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 28

For the removal of doubt, I keep chocolate in the fridge

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 18

Finally, part 6: Validate and Iterate with Quality in Mind

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Validate and Iterate with Quality in Mind

A successful Quality Engineering Framework Adoption is not a one-time initiative but a continuous journey of validation and refinement. Ensuring quality remains a strategic enabler that requires st…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 11

Bonus stage 5*

Structuring a Sustainable Quality Engineering Strategy

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Structuring a Sustainable Quality Engineering Strategy

A strong Quality Engineering Strategy extends beyond testing; it integrates quality into every stage of the SDLC, shaping how teams collaborate, design, develop, and deliver software. It is not a s…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 10

Part 5: Facilitate Discovery Sessions with Quality at the Core

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Facilitate Discovery Sessions with Quality at the Core

Quality isn’t improved in isolation. Structured, collaborative discussions are essential for aligning teams on expectations, risks, and shared ownership. Discovery sessions provide the foundation f…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 9

If you're free tomorrow 11:45 BST/12:45 CEST, then join the @9outof10testers.bsky.social livestream "cross-functional humans"

@sheymouse.bsky.social @sannetized.bsky.social @witchofthetest.bsky.social @hannaschlander.bsky.social

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#9outof10testers #youtube #rants #crossfunctionalhumans #panel #livestream | Chris Armstrong

These sessions are always so much fun. I'm gutted to not be there this time, but please join the other 4 out of 5 of the 9 out of 10 testers tomorrow at 11:45 BST/12:45 CEST What a topic too, &...

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 9

Part 4: Analysing the Quality Landscape

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Analysing the Quality Landscape

With a solid understanding of culture and stakeholder expectations, it is time to assess technical practices. Quality engineering is not only about testing; it encompasses how well the entire syste…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 8

Part 3: Exploring the culture of Quality

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Exploring the Culture of Quality

A well-engineered approach to quality isn’t just about processes and tools; it’s about people. Culture plays a significant role in shaping how quality is perceived, prioritised, and embedded into a…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 7

Part 2 - Engage Stakeholders with Quality-Focused Conversations

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Engaging Stakeholders with Quality-Focused Conversations

Once the current state of quality within an organisation is understood, the next step is to engage with stakeholders to uncover their perspectives, challenges, and expectations. Quality is not owne…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 3

Step 1 in the Quality Engineering Adoption Framework:

Setting the stage with a quality perspective

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Setting the Stage with a Quality Perspective

Before proposing meaningful improvements related to quality engineering within an organisation, it is essential to clearly understand where things currently stand. This first step is about defining…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Apr 2

I'm slowly but surely cross-posting on my personal blog site from some LinkedIn articles I've been publishing each day over the last week.

Here is the first:
christovskia.blog/2025/03/31/q...

Quality Engineering Adoption Framework: A Strategic Implementation

Establishing the Context Quality Engineering is not a synonym for testing or QA. It encompasses the entire lifecycle of software development, from design and requirements engineering through to rel…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Mar 10

One of these days, my friend!

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Mar 10

Looking forward to seeing you!!

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Mar 10

I'm really looking forward to #PeersCon25 this week.

Who else is going to be there?

@testingpeers.bsky.social

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Feb 19

I wrote this today about my experiences as Programme Chair for #PeersCon

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Diary of a Conference Programme Chair

I’ll be honest, I still don’t think we really know what we’re doing here at PeersHQ, but I do know that we put our hearts and souls into the PeersCon event. I hope here to offer a…

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Feb 19

I don't think I'll ever not smile at the name of the town where my local recycling centre is....Pyle.

It's perfect.

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Testing Peers @testingpeers.bsky.social · Feb 19

#PeersCon25 Workshop Announcements

Stuart Pates' "Can you hear me? Techniques to have better conversations"

And

Szilard Szell with "The Pipeline Game"

Join us March 13th in Nottingham: testingpeerscon.com/ticket/

Speaker cards with Stuart smiling and the following text:

I'm a speaker #PeersCon25

Stuart Pates
Can you hear me? Techniques to have better conversations

An on stage shot of Szilard with the following text:
I'm a speaker
#PeersCon25

Szilard Szell
The Pipeline Game

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Testing Peers @testingpeers.bsky.social · Feb 12

🚨 #PeersCon25 Keynote Speaker Announcement 🚨

@kato-coaching.com will take to the PeersCon stage with the keynote:

Debugging the Mind: Teaching Developers to Think Like Testers

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Testing Peers @testingpeers.bsky.social · Feb 11

🚨 #PeersCon25 Keynote Speaker Announcement 🚨

@witchofthetest.bsky.social will take to the PeersCon stage with the keynote:

Left flanks is falling! Continuous Communication in the Heat of Battle

Join us on March 13th in Nottingham, tickets are available for just £25
testingpeerscon.com/ticket/

Veerle's smiling face behind the text:

Keynote speaker #PeersCon25

Veerle Verhagen

Left Flank is Falling! Continuous Communication in the Heat of Battle

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Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Dec 30

My youngest decided to decorate the Switch docking station today.

I think he did a pretty decent job.

Nintendo Switch docking station decorated with a hand drawn 8-bit Mario and item box.

A few Christmas decorations are hanging on the fire place in the background

Chris Armstrong @christovskia.blog · Dec 24

@simonjprior.bsky.social @testingpeers.bsky.social