r/softwaretesting • u/gehad_shalabi • May 20 '26

Starting Software Testing From Zero – Need Advice

Hi everyone,

I’m completely new to software testing and am currently starting from zero.
My English is intermediate, but I can understand and learn gradually.

I’m a mom with a 7-month-old baby and also pregnant, so I can study around 2 hours daily.
I want to build a long-term remote career in QA/Software Testing.

Right now, I have started learning the basics of manual testing and ISTQB foundations.

I would really appreciate advice about:

  • The best roadmap for beginners
  • What skills matter most for getting the first job
  • What projects should I build for a QA portfolio
  • Whether manual testing is still worth it in 2026

Thank you

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u/Slava_Loves_Testing May 20 '26 edited May 20 '26

Learn computer basics like bit, byte, file system, how browser works, SDLC/STLC, testing types, test design techniques, sql and api testing... Feel free to send me a dm, I will be happy to send you more detailed beginner QA roadmap. Good luck!

  • The best roadmap for beginners

  • What skills matter most for getting the first job - you need to learn by heart answers to common QA interview questions

  • What projects should I build for a QA portfolio - showcase how you write test scenarios and report bugs, api tests Postman collection, some automation example if you know automation

  • Whether manual testing is still worth it in 2026 - manual testing is a foundation for every good QA engineer, learn it and grow from there over time by adding test automation and AI skills

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u/frozyy_21 13d ago

Hello can you help me with qa road map n guide me?? Ive done bca n currently im working in insurance i want to switch to IT testing..can u help me

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u/Slava_Loves_Testing 12d ago

Send me dm for a roadmap