Switching to Blockchain Testing? Skills & Scope Insights

Switching to Blockchain Testing? Skills & Scope Insights

Shehnaz Hussain

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Updated: Mar 21, 2025

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Hey folks! I’ve been doing manual software testing for about 5 years now, and lately, I’ve been really drawn to blockchain tech. It seems super interesting, and I feel like there’s a ton of potential in this space. But honestly, I’m kinda stuck on how to actually make the jump from traditional testing to blockchain testing. Could anyone who’s been through this share some advice?
A few specific things I’m wondering:
- Skills/Tools: What tools or programming languages should I prioritize learning? I’ve heard terms like Solidity or Truffle thrown around—are those must-knows?
- Job Market: How’s the demand for blockchain testing roles compared to regular software testing? Is it niche, or are companies hiring a lot for this?
- Resources: I’m solid at catching bugs and QA processes, but blockchain itself is new to me. Any beginner-friendly guides, courses, or roadmaps you’d recommend to get my feet wet?
Just looking for real-world tips to avoid spinning my wheels. Thanks a bunch for any help—appreciate y’all!
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Sayali Bhandari

Member • 2mos

Learn blockchain basics, smart contract development, and testing tools like Truffle, Hardhat, and Remix to transition into blockchain testing. Demand for blockchain testers is increasing due to the growing adoption of decentralized systems, making this a promising career shift.

Start by understanding blockchain concepts such as decentralization, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography. Learn Solidity to work with smart contracts and study their deployment and testing processes. Use tools like Truffle and Hardhat for automated tests and Remix for simpler tasks.

Focus on scripting languages like JavaScript or Python for writing test cases. Gain knowledge in security testing, gas optimization, and transaction validation. Certifications like Certified Blockchain Expert (CBE) or specialized training in smart contract auditing can strengthen your qualifications.

Blockchain testing combines analytical skills with technical expertise. This field offers growth opportunities for testers who want to specialize and keep up with technological trends.

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Jatin R

Member • 1mo

Thanks for your inputs @sayali. Can you share some resources for learning solidity and smart contract auditing ?

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Abasi T

Member • 1mo

Good advice. Thanks for sharing

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