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 December 5, 2024
Summary: QA management tools play a pivotal role in optimizing software testing by offering end-to-end capabilities—such as test case and defect management, robust integrations, real-time dashboards, and traceability between requirements …
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
Summary: Thorough test documentation—covering project scope, strategy, environments, schedules, and defect reporting—is shown to be the foundation for clarity, consistency, compliance, and collaboration across QA processes, with best practices like …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on October 7, 2024
Summary: TestMonitor supports a wide array of testing scenarios across industries—ranging from automotive diagnostics and ride-sharing apps to healthcare and government systems—by providing adaptable features for risk management, test case …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on September 16, 2024
Whether it’s a point release for an established piece of software or the rollout of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, effective communication is key when it comes to tracking …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on August 30, 2024
Video game design has evolved rapidly, resulting in immersive experiences with incredible graphics, captivating storylines, and dynamic gameplay. Table of contents Key Features of TestMonitor for Video Game Testing Using …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on August 7, 2024
Whether during initial design and build, DevOps, or new releases, efficient quality assurance comes down to efficient test case management, including the consolidation of results and any follow-on next steps …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on June 27, 2024
Summary: This article explains that strong integrations—such as requirements and issue syncing, analytics links, team communication channels, and automated testing tools—are essential for test management platforms to enhance collaboration, traceability, …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on May 30, 2024
Summary: A great test manager combines sharp attention to detail, big-picture thinking, and process discipline with strong communication, creativity, curiosity, and mental resilience—ensuring software quality while balancing business needs and …
Read Storyby Thijs Kok, on April 13, 2024
We're thrilled to introduce you to the latest release of TestMonitor! This version comes with a complete revamp of our integrations. There is a lot to unpack! Let's run through …
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