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> **Original source:** https://nester.dev/?utm_source=openai

U.S.-Based Fractional QA Engineering

I help startups ship with confidence. I'll test your app before big releases, find the bugs that matter, and deliver clear, actionable reports, without the cost of a full-time hire.

## What I Do

**🐛 Bug Reports**

Steps to reproduce, expected vs. actual, screenshots/notes. Prioritized so devs know what to fix first.

**📋 Test Case Design**

Clear, reusable cases for functional, smoke, and regression coverage. Organized so your team can run them fast.

**⏱️ Release Readiness**

Pre-release sweeps, feature launch checks, and quick re-tests after fixes. Flexible hours, no long contracts.

## About Me

![Headshot placeholder](https://nester.dev/rabbit.jpeg)

Hi, I'm Shelby. I'm a real human who will actually test your software. I've spent years testing web & mobile apps, filing reproducible bugs, and helping teams ship without surprises. I'm serious about quality but still have a sense of humor.

-   Tools: Appium, Playwright, Selenium, Nightwatch
-   Methods: Exploratory testing, smoke & regression, test case design
-   Domains: SaaS, e-commerce, fintech, consumer apps

## Pricing

**🗓 Monthly Retainer**

10 hrs / month — **$1,200**  
Ongoing testing, bug verification, priority scheduling.

**🕵 One-Time QA Audit**

Flat — **$750**  
Pre-release sweep with a clear, actionable report.

**📦 Test Case Package**

From **$600**  
Design or refactor test suites. Implement smoke/regression coverage. Handoff to your team.

## Ready to ship without surprises?

Let's run a quick pre-release sweep or set up ongoing coverage.