What is the difference between QA and SDET roles?

QA engineers focus on test planning, manual testing, and quality processes. SDETs (Software Development Engineers in Test) write automation frameworks and tools. SDETs typically have stronger coding skills and higher salaries.

What testing tools are most in demand?

Selenium, Cypress, and Playwright for web automation. Appium for mobile. Jest and Vitest for unit testing. Postman and REST-assured for API testing. K6 or JMeter for performance testing.

Why is Bangalore the top tech hub in India?

Bangalore houses 400+ MNC R&D centers and thousands of startups. Major companies like Google, Amazon, Flipkart, and Infosys have large offices. The city offers a mature tech ecosystem, strong talent pool, and favorable startup policies.

What is the tech salary range in Bangalore?

Entry-level: 5-10 LPA. Mid-level: 15-30 LPA. Senior: 30-60+ LPA. Top-tier companies (FAANG, unicorn startups) pay significantly more. Cost of living is moderate compared to Mumbai, making real purchasing power attractive.