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Can AI do the work of a QA tester?
Today an AI can already do 38% of this job. Architecture, the hard calls, and review still need someone who has broken production.
It does not turn that percentage into a forecast of layoffs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
QA tester
38%
AI or a robot can already do 38% of this job.
#11 / 103
View rankingQA tester
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 55% | +6.1 |
Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Create or maintain databases of known test defects.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 39% | 28% | +10.9 |
| Total | 100% | 38% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- internal risk management policy
- ICT quality policy
- software anomalies
- levels of software testing
- quality standards
- quality assurance methodologies
- ICT process quality models
- set quality assurance objectives
- ensure continuous preparedness for audits
- comply with legal regulations
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1253.00· ESCO/ISCO 2519
IS WORK OVER?
Executive chef
19%
#91 / 103
View rankingExecutive chef
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Menus, dish sheets and food cost.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Orders, suppliers and waste.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Pass, plating and service pace.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 10% | +2 |
Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cook on the line and correct doneness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Hygiene, audits and the house’s name.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 19% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cook
- mise en place
- dishes
- bake
- Menus, dish sheets and food cost
- Orders, suppliers and waste
- Pass, plating and service pace
- Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts
- Cook on the line and correct doneness
- Hygiene, audits and the house’s name
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3434