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What Is a QA Analyst?

A QA analyst is the person who analyzes the QA process. And that makes sense. But what exactly is a QA analyst looking for? And what do they do when they find it? Do they do more than analyze? It’s a lot to think about, but this guide breaks it all down.  Definition of a …

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What Is Research? Types and Methods

Research is the process of examining a hypothesis to make discoveries. Practically every career involves research in one form or another. Accountants research their client’s history and financial documents to understand their financial situation, and data scientists perform research to inform data-driven decisions.  In this guide, we’ll go over:  Research Definition Research is an investigation …

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What is research? Types and Methods of Research
Nearly Half of College Students Don’t Feel Career-Ready, Forage Study Finds 

Career preparation is a core component of the college experience — but nearly half of college students don’t feel confident that they have the skills and resources to land their first job, according to a Forage study. Moreover, many students are foregoing traditional university-centric resources, including career centers, career fairs, and, to a lesser extent, …

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What Is a QA Tester?

Quality assurance is a process that helps ensure a software program functions flawlessly (or close to it). Though their work often occurs during the early stages, a QA tester has a significant impact on the end product. The guide covers QA tester salaries, types of QA jobs, and what a typical day as a QA …

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What Is Operating Income?

Operating income is a company’s profits after deducting operating expenses. This type of income is commonly calculated in accounting and investment banking to measure profitability. Operating expenses include costs associated with production and regular business obligations like employee wages. Calculating a company’s operating income involves looking at gross profits and subtracting all costs related to …

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