Bug finder general, eBay style

I like to joke about my #thinslicing abilities, the idea I am good a finding a needle in a haystack. But it’s difficult scientifically to prove such a talent, as it so easily looks like luck/coincidence. For example I stumbled across a bug today trying to buy some earplugs on eBay which meant I was unable to pay for the item with PayPal, a real pain-point if it’s widespread. Then again I have done a little bug testing in-house for eBay before so maybe..

Peter Krantz 16:03:38
Welcome to eBay Live Help, my name is Peter. How may I be of assistance?

stuartg699 16:05:20
Hi yes I have a problem with payment – when I go to pay using PayPal I am returned to the review order page. I tried this twice and this happened twice.

Peter Krantz 16:07:31
Have you tried to clear cache and cookies to make sure that there is no outdated information in your account.

stuartg699 16:07:55
I will try that, thank you Peter.

Peter Krantz 16:08:41
Is there anything else that I can assist you with?

stuartg699 16:09:35
Yes, I tried that and got an error message on PayPal – Message 3005 – temporary difficulties are being experienced. I hope that was helpful:-)

Peter Krantz 16:11:30
I will just need a moment while I check this for you.

stuartg699 16:12:20
Thanks

Peter Krantz 16:12:54
I’ve looked into it and it looks like there’s a technical problem with our site right now. I’ve forwarded your information to our technical team so that we can resolve it as soon as possible.

stuartg699 16:14:38
OK, cool, thanks Peter.

Peter Krantz 16:15:01
Thank you for contacting eBay Live Help, have a good afternoon Stuart.