EuroSTAR Conference

Europe's Best Software Testing Conference

Track Talk W5

What are we Doing Here: Reviving Testers Amid AI Challenges

Ajay Balamurugadas

11:45-12:45 Wednesday 12th June

Under the overarching theme of ‘What Are We Doing Here?’, we embark on a transformative journey that addresses a growing concern in the industry. We have witnessed a shift where many professionals increasingly focus solely on automation, sometimes at the cost of losing the essence of real testing skills.

In this context, we ask the fundamental questions: What are we doing here? What has become of the real testers who played a pivotal role in providing information about software quality?

We begin by placing a strong emphasis on expanding the skillsets of testers, encouraging them to venture beyond the traditional boundaries of test design, execution, and reporting. We have witnessed a concerning trend – the loss of the ‘real testers’. These professionals once possessed a deep understanding of testing fundamentals, armed with the ability to question, observe, model, and engage in proactive problem-solving. Real testers used to play a pivotal role in understanding the big picture, anticipating the next steps, and thinking about holistic software quality. However, as automation took center stage, the focus shifted, and we risked losing these essential skills.

In today’s landscape, where AI tools are omnipresent, we must address the challenges they present. This keynote not only encourages testers to reacquire and refine their fundamental skills, but also guides them in adapting to the new AI-driven paradigm. Furthermore, we emphasize the importance of collaborating with diverse teams, leveraging automation for insights, and streamlining documentation.

This keynote serves as a rallying cry for testers to revive their true essence, navigate the complexities presented by AI, and restore their position as the champions of authentic testing skills. We explore this transformative path within the context of ‘What Are We Doing Here?’, ensuring that real testers thrive and continue to be indispensable in the ever-evolving world of technology.

What you will learn

  1. Testing Foundations: The foundational testing skills are here to stay, and is needed much more now
  2. Expansive role of testers: The future of testing is bright for skilled testers, and we need to work on our skills
  3. Adapting to AI Challenges: We need to embrace automation, tools & AI to assist testing activities

Session Details

  • Intermediate
  • 1 Hour
  • Includes 20mins Discussion
  • The testing role
Buy Conference Ticket

Check out this video from Full Name to hear more about his talk, ‘Speaker’s Talk Title’.

We look forward to welcoming you to EuroSTAR 2023.

Session Speaker

EuroSTAR 2024 speaker Ajay Balamurugadas

Ajay Balamurugadas

Senior Director – GSPANN Technologies, India

Ajay Balamurugadas goes by the handle ‘ajay184f’ in the testing community, and is continuously re-inventing his testing methodology. He co-founded Weekend Testing – a worldwide movement for skilled testing, and authored multiple books available at bit.ly/booksaj and bit.ly/ajleanpub. His friends associate the terms – ‘Change Agent, Idea Man, Motivational’ with him. He tweets and loves to have long conversations on software testing, and life in general. He is currently working at GSPANN Technologies, Inc. as Senior Director – QE. When not testing, he spends time with his wife and two children.

BACK TO PROGRAMME

Last Tickets

Don’t miss out on EuroSTAR 2024 – final tickets now available.

Book a group and save even more. Teams save up to 35% with this offer.

Individual

From €895

for 1 day

BOOK TICKET

Groups

From €627

Based on 10 Tickets

Book Group

Stay in the Loop

We want to ensure you never miss important announcements, updates and special offers from EuroSTAR.