Meredith Ensell

Experience

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  IBM

  Apr 1999 - Sept 1999

  Production Editor Intern

  Completed and implemented edits to articles featured on several IBM developerWorks zone web sites using the HomeSite editor and uploading files via FTPMaintained consistent writing style and conventions asoutlined in the IBM style guide

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  IBM

  Jul 2001 - Mar 2004

  Technical Writer

  Collaborated with software developers to understand and document product functionality of Content Management Version Control (CMVC) through all phases of the software development lifecycle, including identifying bugs for test purposesImplemented CMVC help within the Eclipse frameworkPerformed search engine optimization on all existing and newly created web pages in the IBM intranet for each of our product Web sites (BPS, Build/390, CMVC, eReview)Maintained consistent writing style and conventions asoutlined in the IBM style guideSpearheaded eReview logo redesign process, serving asa liaison between the graphics and development teams Show less

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  M.E. & You Photography

  Aug 2009 - Dec 2012

  Professional Photographer

  Launched and operated an independent portrait photography businessConsistently performed with excellence and attention to detail all business operations including location scouting and creative concepts, on-location photography sessions, finance, marketing, equipment maintenance, continuing education, and customer service

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  Baked Happy

  Feb 2013 - Dec 2019

  Custom Cookie Baker/Artist

  Launched and operated an independent artisanal custom cookie businessConsistently performed with excellence and attention to detail all business operations including creative design concepts, cookie production, finance, marketing, and customer service

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  GROWERS

  Nov 2022 - Nov 2023

  Associate QA Engineer

  -Tested two retail applications for farmers and agricultural retailers -- one on web and iPad, and the other on web (desktop and mobile size), iPhone iOS, and Android platforms. - Collaboratively tested the initial implementation of Stripe payment integration for the web and mobile applications.- Reduced the number of regression defects found by pair testing user stories, participated in team root cause analysis of all regression defects to pinpoint process improvements, and engaged in user story handoffs with developers.- Kept manually written test cases that were used as part of risk-based regression testing up to date.- Used Postman API collections to help with manual testing.- Effectively worked on a remote team by actively participating in daily calls and team meetings, and initiated direct communication with fellow QA team members, developers, and project management on Slack as needed.- Actively engaged in professional development to improve my skills in the areas of REST APIs, Postman, and professional communication. Show less