Thijs Kok

Thijs Kok

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.

Posts by Thijs Kok
5 Challenges to Overcome in Your UAT Process
5 Challenges to Overcome in Your UAT Process

5 Challenges to Overcome in Your UAT Process

Jan 06, 2023 3 min read
TestMonitor Server Infrastructure Improvements

TestMonitor Server Infrastructure Improvements

Nov 21, 2022 2 min read
5 Ways Software Testing Tools Save You Money Over Excel

5 Ways Software Testing Tools Save You Money Over Excel

Oct 12, 2022 3 min read
6 Essential Metrics QA Testing Tools Should Provide
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6 Essential Metrics QA Testing Tools Should Provide

Sep 30, 2022 3 min read
Happy Testing: How Testers Make the Software World Go Round

Happy Testing: How Testers Make the Software World Go Round

Jul 14, 2022 3 min read
Does Automation Replace Manual Testing? Pros and Cons

Does Automation Replace Manual Testing? Pros and Cons

May 24, 2022 3 min read
What Are the Three Types of User Testing? Usability Methods Explained

What Are the Three Types of User Testing? Usability Methods Explained

Apr 21, 2022 3 min read
Software Testing Basics: The Ultimate Guide
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Software Testing Basics: The Ultimate Guide

Apr 12, 2022 3 min read
How to Build a Successful QA Strategy to Save Time and Deliver Better Software
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How to Build a Successful QA Strategy to Save Time and Deliver Better Software

Apr 05, 2022 3 min read
User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Agile Best Practices
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User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Agile Best Practices

Mar 29, 2022 3 min read