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 September 3, 2025
When budgets tighten or deadlines slip, quality assurance (QA) is one of the first things to get squeezed. After all, it doesn’t ship features, doesn’t handle customers, and doesn’t directly …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on July 3, 2025
Summary: User acceptance testing (UAT) often fails not because of faulty code, but due to misaligned requirements, poor planning, lack of user involvement, and fragmented communication. The code passes every …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on June 5, 2025
Summary: Test management tools are essential for compliance because they centralize documentation, enforce standardized processes, link tests to regulatory requirements, and provide real-time, audit-ready reporting. Without them, QA teams risk …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on May 8, 2025
Summary: Many software go-lives are delayed due to common UAT mistakes such as lack of end-user involvement, poor planning, and ignoring usability, all of which can be avoided by treating …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on April 12, 2025
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Summary: Handling vast numbers of test cases, eliminating duplicates, ensuring traceability between requirements and defects, maintaining consistency, and streamlining execution are top test case management challenges; this article explains how …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on April 9, 2025
Summary: Three often-overlooked steps in a software testing plan—defining clear entry and exit criteria, proactively preparing test data and environments, and prioritizing test cases based on risk—are essential for avoiding …
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: The top 10 test management tools for 2025—including TestMonitor, BrowserStack, and TestRail—based on ease of use, integration capabilities, customization, and cross-platform accessibility, highlighting features like AI‑powered testing, built‑in reporting, …
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 …
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