Hi. I’m a Senior QA Tester with 13+ years of experience in social casinos, casual mobile games, proprietary console software, and beyond. My journey began in 2010, testing projects at Microsoft Studios, and I've since worked with teams ranging from indie developers to AA/AAA studios, delivering polished, player-focused experiences in environments where quality is immensely valued at every turn. I thrive on uncovering hidden issues, ensuring gameplay excellence, and bridging the gap between technical teams and user-centric design.What sets me apart is my relentless curiosity, love for problem-solving, and commitment to collaboration. Whether it’s advocating for quality amidst tight deadlines or helping streamline testing processes, I bring critical thinking, clear communication, and a knack for spotting potential risks early. I'm able to adept to an agile and dynamic workflow while juggling a variety, breadth, depth, and extensive domain knowledge, ensuring a smooth-running end prduct. Outside of work, I balance my technical side with creative endeavors. I’m a jazz saxophonist, bass player, and writer. I value the human experience, introspection, empathy, and growth, which I bring into both my personal and professional relationships. My adept insight into the mind of a variety of people lends me an advantage of player profiles. I’m currently exploring opportunities to grow as a leader, with an eye toward project management and any technical skills that can aid development in their debugging and adility. I aim to leverage my expertise, learn new technical skills, and contribute to teams that value integrity, innovation, and making meaningful experiences for not only all players for all voices, too. Let’s connect if you’re passionate about games, testing, or bringing thoughtful solutions to complex challenges! I love to discuss anything.