A PAGE TALKS ABOUT (Automation Soft Skills in a Nutshell)
Tags: testing, qa, automation, selenium
Published: 2024-03-17 05:19:09

Automation permeates numerous fields and is endless; therefore, **@rewirebyautomation**  has decided to publish “Automation Soft Skills in a Nutshell” in the **“A PAGE TALKS ABOUT”** column on the Dev.io blogging platform. This article targets automation enthusiasts.

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The topic of Automation Soft Skills focuses on an integral aspect of IT, particularly within Software Applications Testing. It targets individuals who are either preparing to embark on a career in Test Automation, seeking to enhance their skill set with Automation, or aiming to excel further in this field.

As the world increasingly prioritizes automation, efficiency, and the ability to accomplish more with fewer resources, it has become a crucial component across all fields, not just Software QA. Therefore, I emphasize the importance of understanding fundamental concepts necessary to develop automation soft skills and empower the workforce. With this intention, I outline the following soft skills essential for Test Automation enthusiasts to excel in this domain and, more broadly, in any field of significance.

In this context, I identify five major categories that the workforce needs to focus on, in addition to technical skills.

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_**Getting Ready @Visualization:**_

In the fast-paced realm of automation, the ability to visualize concepts and processes is indispensable. By envisioning yourself navigating the boundaries of your work and exploring problem statements from various angles, you lay the foundation for innovative solutions. Embrace the power of imagination and envision processes in an automated manner.

>> Develop visualization through the **CHUNKING** process,

i) Envision yourself exploring the boundaries of the topic you are about to work on.
ii) Consider the problem statement from various perspectives.
iii) Visualize processes in an automated manner, applicable to any relevant field.

Above and beyond, **Visualization **is not just about seeing, but about envisioning processes in an automated manner across any field that matters.

**_Staying Steady @Adaptability, Scalability:_**

Adaptability and scalability are the cornerstones of success in automation. Embrace a multi-oriented mindset, allowing you to adapt to new technologies and methodologies seamlessly. Cultivate an attitude of acceptance towards change, coupled with resilience to overcome challenges along the way. By fostering these traits, you position yourself to thrive in an ever-changing environment.

_**The Traits for Staying Steady**_

**_>>Adaptability_**

i) Embrace a multi-oriented mindset within your boundaries.
ii) Take an incremental approach to develop multi-oriented skills.

**_>>Scalability_**

i) Cultivate an attitude of acceptance towards change.
ii) Foster an attitude of adaptability to navigate change effectively.
ii) Develop an attitude of resilience to overcome challenges posed by change.

**_Building Confidence:_**

Confidence is key to unleashing your full potential in automation. Cultivate a continuous learning attitude, recognizing that growth is a never-ending journey. Bridge the gap between learning technology and practice by implementing your newfound knowledge in real-world scenarios. With each successful implementation, your confidence will soar, paving the way for further achievements.

Gain confidence through the **CHUNKING** process

i) Cultivate a continuous learning attitude, recognizing it as a journey that never ends.
ii) Translate learning into practical skills.
iii) Implement what you’ve practiced in any relevant context.

_**Fostering Persistence:**_

Persistence is the fuel that drives progress in automation. Cultivate patience as you navigate complex challenges and embrace them as opportunities for growth. Develop a proactive attitude toward challenges, tackling them head-on with determination and resilience. By adopting a persistent mindset, you fortify yourself against the uncertainties that may arise on your automation journey.

_**The traits by fostering**_

i) Cultivate patience as an attitude.
ii) Embrace challenges willingly.
iii) Approach challenges with a proactive attitude, ready to tackle them head-on.

**_Becoming a Pro:_**

To truly excel in automation, adopt a process-oriented attitude. Recognize that the skills mentioned in the previous categories indirectly pave the way for achieving excellence. A process-oriented mindset not only ensures efficiency but also helps in avoiding unforeseen risks. Lastly, emphasize the importance of rewiring and restarting must be an integral part of the journey. A pro trait in automation ensures continuous improvement and adaptability in an ever-evolving landscape.

_**The traits to become Pro**_

i) The soft skills categories mentioned above indirectly pave the way for achieving excellence.
ii) Adopt a process-oriented mindset to mitigate unforeseen risks.
iii) Lastly, I emphasize the importance of rewiring and restarting, that’s significantly CJ! (A Continuous Journey).

Above all, I believe that possessing both coding and decoding skills will always give you an edge. Additionally, soft skills as additional hidden weapons that draw towards rediscovery and make one a professional.

**_Unlocking the Edge in Automation is essential._**

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**_conclusion,_** it is vital to focus on mastering tools and technology, gaining command, and delving deep into the technological landscape to gain expertise. As one accumulates experience, it becomes crucial to adeptly handle technical challenges, respond to dynamic changes, and meet the demands of a multifaceted environment. Automation Soft Skills play a pivotal role in this journey; they elevate your abilities, add value, enhance efficiency, and yield superior results. I recommend that the workforce prioritize gaining mastery, adopt an incremental approach towards acquiring multifaceted skills, and develop the mentioned soft skills following the Pareto principle, commonly known as the 80:20 rule. By dedicating 20% of effort to honing Automation soft skills, one can undoubtedly achieve professional excellence. **_Let’s call it “Become a Pro”._**

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That concludes the story **‘Automation Soft Skills, in a Nutshell,** from the column **‘A PAGE TALKS ABOUT’** by @rewirebyautomation.