Gareth Akers

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About Gareth Akers

Technically astute and detail-oriented professional with strong expertise in creating comprehensive test strategies, executing software testing protocols, and identifying defects. Instrumental in a wide array of testing methodologies and cutting-edge tools, consistently ensuring software quality and peak functionality. Renowned for exceptional collaboration, analytical prowess, and problem-solving skills, contributing effectively to high-quality software product development. Experienced across Web and Mobile technologies, adept in Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Proficient in using JIRA, SQL, IntelliJ, Testrail, JMeter, Jenkins, Cypress, Selenium, and Playwright. Skilled in API testing, Regression testing, System testing, User Acceptance Testing, and Automation testing. Adept in conducting business and data analysis, while ensuring seamless project execution within set timeline. Areas of Expertise - Agile & Waterfall Methodologies Defect Identification & Reporting API & Web Services Testing Case Design & Execution Quality Assurance Regression & Performance Testing Collaboration & Communication Stakeholder Liaison & Coordination Continuous Process Improvement Exploratory and Functional Testing Continuous Integration (CI) Scripting & Maintenance Documentation & Reporting Test Planning & Strategy Manual & Automated Testing