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title: "Martin Markov (@MartinIM) | Hashnode"
description: "Hey, I'm Martin. Let's learn together how to do Software QA and programming in general, and strive to be a better version of ourselves today"
url: "https://hashnode.com/@MartinIM"
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@MartinIM

# Martin Markov

@MartinIM · Manchester, UK · Joined May 2023

Hey, I'm Martin. Let's learn together how to do Software QA and programming in general, and strive to be a better version of ourselves today

### [8\. Static Testing](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/8-static-testing?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Static Testing ISTQB Guide: Learn basics, benefits, review process, types (inspection, walkthrough), roles, and differences from dynamic testing for early d

9 min read · [martin-markov.hashnode.dev](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/8-static-testing?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

[Feb 8](https://hashnode.com/posts/8-static-testing/69889b4df73d80064a43ea0c)

### [7\. Test Levels and Test Types](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/test-levels-and-test-types?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Understand SDLC test levels: functional, non-functional, black-box, white-box, and maintenance testing in software development

6 min read · [martin-markov.hashnode.dev](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/test-levels-and-test-types?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

[Jan 20](https://hashnode.com/posts/test-levels-and-test-types/696ff032ae16909b4374cd95)

### [6\. Testing in the Context of a Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/testing-in-the-context-of-a-software-development-lifecycle-sdlc?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Discover how different SDLC models — Waterfall, V-model, Agile, Spiral, and more — impact testing activities, timing, documentation, automation, and tester

7 min read · [martin-markov.hashnode.dev](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/testing-in-the-context-of-a-software-development-lifecycle-sdlc?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

[Dec 29, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/testing-in-the-context-of-a-software-development-lifecycle-sdlc/69527ea5eccdd229b7217826)

### [5\. Essential Skills and Good Practices in Testing](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/essential-skills-and-good-practices-in-testing?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Discover the essential skills, good practices, teamwork approaches, and testing independence that help software testers improve quality and find defects.

4 min read · [martin-markov.hashnode.dev](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/essential-skills-and-good-practices-in-testing?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

[Dec 1, 2025](https://hashnode.com/posts/essential-skills-and-good-practices-in-testing/692e1e758b0fa54f2f835794)

### [4\. Test Activities, Testware and Test Roles](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/test-activities-testware-and-test-roles?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Explore core test activities, testware types, and roles in software testing. Learn how context shapes effective testing and traceability practices.

7 min read · [martin-markov.hashnode.dev](https://martin-markov.hashnode.dev/test-activities-testware-and-test-roles?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

[Nov 25, 2024](https://hashnode.com/posts/test-activities-testware-and-test-roles/68691de0cd353c31e36e0ebc)