In today’s episode of QA in a Box, host Chris Ryan shares a hilarious real-world quality assurance lesson from a Saturday morning bagel run gone wrong. When a simple bagel order turns into a mysterious Nova Cream Cheese surprise, Chris, Resident CTO, and Karen Mallory break down the unexpected QA failures, share practical tips from Karen’s Corner, and uncover how food orders and software testing have more in common than you think.

Tune in for relatable laughs, real-world quality lessons, and a reminder that verification matters — even when picking up breakfast.

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Dive into the world of AI-powered QA with QA in a Box Episode 42! Host Chris Ryan explores TestRigor, the codeless, AI-driven testing tool that’s revolutionizing quality assurance in 2025. From plain-English test creation to self-healing scripts, discover why TestRigor is the most talked-about tool in QA. Project Lead Karen Mallory shares expert tips in Karen’s Corner, while Resident CTO adds his quirky commentary. Perfect for QA engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts looking to streamline testing and boost software quality. Tune in for insights, humor, and actionable advice! Also include is a classic sound byte from Levitz Furniture. Subscribe at www.cryan.com/Podcast and join the QA revolution. #QATesting #TestRigor #AITesting #SoftwareTesting #QualityAssurance

In this episode of QA in a Box, host Chris Ryan brings the ISTQB Foundation Testing Process to life with humor, insight, and real-world QA wisdom. Joined by the ever-sassy CTO and product lead Karen Mallory, the team explores the six core stages of software testing: Test Planning, Design & Implementation, Execution, Analysis, Reporting, and Evaluation. Whether you're preparing for the ISTQB certification or just want to sharpen your QA game, this episode makes the process entertaining, understandable, and genuinely useful.