[realbinky]

I just finished the toughest part of my job. I test software that my company writes for the FAA. We are the only ones who write it, they are our only customer (of this software). Twice a year, we release a major update, adding features the FAA has requested and fixing any bugs that popped up since the last one. Before release, we do what is called an "Acceptance Test" where we show the FAA how we did what they asked for and how it works and so on. They then can "Accept" it that way, or "Reject" it for more changes. I have to present to 20+ people how I tested "my" features and how to use them, their job is to punch holes in my methods and presentation if possible. Other testers show other features. I had to show 4. I found that although a little nervous, I did well, but 4 years ago, I would have passed out from the scrutiny. I was/am proud of myself for not choking under pressure. Wow that's a long post to get to my point: how do YOU do with public speaking / presenting.

[ 03-27-2003, 02:42 PM: Message edited by: realbinky ]