# Q&A with Albin Ekblom: Combining Passion and Profession at QA.tech > "Meet Albin Ekblom: self-taught coder turned AI enthusiast at QA.tech. He talks about his tech journey and Source: https://qa.tech/blog/q-a-with-albin-ekblom-combining-passion-and-profession-at-qa-tech · Published: 2025-09-25 --- For this article, we sat down with Albin, who shares his experiences working at a start-up. He takes us back to his early coding days, opens up about his professional experiences, and delves into his personal interests. Plus, he offers a detailed look into his journey at [QA.tech](https://qa.tech/about-us). ### **Albin, can you share a bit about yourself?** I’ve been developing since I was 15, crafting my first website during my school days. Spending a lot of time online over the years has allowed me to gain valuable insights into how things should work. I live in Stockholm, and I love skiing. I used to compete until I was 18, and I still hit the slopes every winter. I’m also passionate about DJing. I enjoy the balance between working behind a desk and the thrills of performing in front of a crowd in nightclubs. ### **What’s your background, and how does it influence your work at QA.tech?** In high school, I was already building websites for local businesses. While in school, I developed an app to simplify class schedules, turning a frustrating PDF document into a user-friendly mobile app. Two months after I launched the app, 80% of the people were using it. We even received a grant to further develop the project. After high school, I joined a team to work on more substantial projects and delved into web scraping to make complex data understandable. I’m mostly self-taught, learning through trial and error. My determination helps me break down issues and find solutions effectively. ### **What’s the primary challenge in your work?** I would say that determining what to test and how to do it thoroughly can be challenging. It’s a delicate balance that requires constant evaluation. ### **What inspired you to join QA.tech?** To be honest, [I’ve always hated writing tests because they feel unproductive to me](https://qa.tech/blog/why-developers-shouldnt-test-their-own-code). I want to direct all my attention to building things, rather than writing test scripts. However, I do believe in the necessity of testing. You even sleep better at night, knowing that everything you’ve built has been tested and works properly. Additionally, I’m really fascinated by [the potential of artificial intelligence](https://qa.tech/blog/leveraging-generative-ai-in-software-testing). I wanted to work on meaningful projects. QA.tech’s fast-paced AI environment is not only interesting but also loads of fun. As a developer, I get to learn new things every day, which keeps the job incredibly engaging. I had previously worked with Daniel and Patrick before, and we got along really well. I knew that by joining QA.tech, I would be working on dynamic projects and having fun doing so. ### **What is your favorite task of the day?** It’s hard to pinpoint a specific task because my work is very diverse. But that’s exactly what I enjoy about it. ### **What have you been most proud of since joining QA.tech?** Setting up internal tools to make development and testing strategies more accessible has been a big achievement. It helps us monitor and understand the testing process better and enables us to debug quickly. ### **What’s the team like?** Our team is a powerhouse of experience; each member has over a decade of expertise in the tech space. We’re not just colleagues; we’re like-minded people who share a passion for building and coding, even beyond our work hours. It’s a dynamic and energetic environment. We also play in a band together every week, which is great fun. ### **How would you describe working at QA.tech?** It’s a dynamic environment where things move quickly. There are few restrictions, which allow us to make a lot of progress quickly. ### **What are your interests outside of work?** I love DJing, playing floorball with the team, coding, tinkering with hardware, and automating functionalities at home. During the pandemic, I also bought a 3D printer, which I have used to create various items, such as flowerpots. Cooking is another hobby I thoroughly enjoy. ### **What’s your favorite leadership principle?** ‘Continuous learning.’ Instead of pondering issues or having lengthy meetings, I believe in trying things and learning from mistakes. There’s no shame in making errors; they are valuable learning opportunities. We adapt and grow by doing. ### **Who inspires you?** I was greatly inspired by Elon Musk’s early work. His work in building Teslas and developing reusable rockets was ground-breaking. I admired that innovative spirit and ambition. 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