
Stuck in manual testing and want to make the switch to Automation/SDET but don't know where to start? 😓
This roadmap gives you a clear, realistic, week-by-week plan to make the Manual → SDET transition successfully! 🔄
✅ What's Inside:
📌 Part 1 — Self Assessment • Where do you stand today? • Skills gap analysis — Manual vs SDET • Realistic timeline based on your experience
📌 Part 2 — Step-by-Step Transition Plan • Month 1: Java/Python basics for testers • Month 2: Selenium/Playwright fundamentals • Month 3: Framework design — POM, BDD • Month 4: API testing — Postman, RestAssured • Month 5: CI/CD basics — Jenkins, GitHub Actions • Month 6: Job hunting & interview preparation
📌 Part 3 — Tools & Resources • Exact tools to learn in order • Free vs paid resources — what's worth it • YouTube channels, courses, GitHub repos
📌 Part 4 — Common Mistakes to Avoid • Top 10 mistakes manual testers make during transition • How long it realistically takes (honest timeline)
📌 Part 5 — Resume & Job Strategy • How to show automation skills even before your first job • Resume update strategy during transition • Which companies to target first
🎁 Bonus: Automation learning tracker Excel sheet! 📥 Instant download — PDF format