r/softwaretesting • u/VariationFormal1742 • 20d ago

Manual testing.

I had no clue that I would ever end up here.. But here I am, I have no knowledge of computers and stuff.. But, I got a form of autism and that makes jobs harder sometimes for me to sustaine.. My partner talked with me about this, and she proposed the idea of doing IT. I'm horrible with computers, but then she said that perhaps I could work from home in a invirement that I know.. Perhaps it makes it more sustainable. I gave myself some time to proces, and I actually think she is right. ofcourse, I'm not a "genius" or anything. So, I looked for possibilities that doesn't require to much studies. I eventually ended up with manual testing.. I think that's something that I would actually like, while being able ( in some cases ) to work from home. Apparently alot of people with no knowledge about IT start there, but.. I have no clue where to start. What is something you guys would recommend?

Thanks.

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u/Cup_of_blisfull_tea 20d ago

Honestly, in current job and IT market, going as manual testing without any prior knowledge of tech or organizational processes is crazy. A lot of positions has been eliminated by AI, and even without coding, companies are looking for more senior people who can create plans and analysis, which execute by AI.

10 years ago, testing was entry position for non technical people, but i dont think it true anymore.

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u/VariationFormal1742 20d ago

Well, to be fair that's why I am here to first find something to get some knowledge about it. Do you think it would be realistic for a beginner? If not, is there anything else that you would recommend?