Thijs Kok is Lead Software Developer at TestMonitor. From the first line of code, he helped shape the product—leading a team that built it from the ground up. With a background in Information Science and 16+ years of experience in software testing, usability, and product design, he blends technical depth with a strong user focus. He believes “good programmers write code for humans first and computers next,” a principle that guides his work. Thijs is passionate about creating software that’s intuitive, effective, and enjoyable to use.
Recent Posts by Thijs Kok:
by Thijs Kok, on June 5, 2025
In regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, and some manufacturing sectors, software testing isn’t just about ensuring functionality or improving performance—it’s also a critical part of demonstrating regulatory compliance. That’s …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on May 8, 2025
While skipping through testing or reducing its scope to meet deadlines is tempting, this approach can backfire quickly. That's because UAT plays a key role in ensuring that software meets …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on April 12, 2025
Quality Assurance (QA) managers need to be skilled at many things to shepherd a software development project to completion. But one of the most fundamental is sound test case management …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on April 9, 2025
Creating a software testing plan is one of the most foundational steps in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). However, it is also one of the more complicated and less discussed …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on February 19, 2025
Software testing is crucial regardless of project size, but it plays an especially vital role in large-scale initiatives. These projects often come with substantial budgets, robust teams, and extended timelines—all …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on January 15, 2025
The software development community has always been about sharing tips, best practices, and new techniques. In the critical space of quality assurance (QA), passing on these elements can be the …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on January 1, 2025
Summary: This article discusses the challenges of choosing a test management tool for software testing, and it provides a list of the top 10 test management tools based on factors …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on December 5, 2024
While there's no substitute for experience, quality assurance (QA) management tools still play a crucial role in facilitating comprehensive, efficient, and collaborative software testing. Whether by enabling teams to efficiently …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on November 30, 2024
Today, we are excited and proud to announce the upcoming launch of TestMonitor 8! First and foremost, our team would like to say a big thank you to all of …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on October 18, 2024
It’s certainly not the most exciting or glamorous element of software development, but without test documentation, it’s difficult to maintain continuity, consistency, and communication. Table of contents The 5 Essential …
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