Bo Dresler

Testhuset, Denmark

Bo brings over 20 years of experience in test management across diverse industries in both the private and public sectors. He is passionate about exploring new technologies and advancing testing practices within the contexts he works. As a regular attendee of EuroSTAR, Bo highly values discussions, knowledge-sharing, and professional collaboration.

Bo and Jan have crossed paths at several companies, engaging in thought-provoking discussions on saving the world, with artificial intelligence emerging as a recurring and central theme.

Jan Riis Sørensen

Testhuset, Denmark

#CTAL Advanced Test Management certified Test manager with almost two decades of testing experience in both manual testing, automated testing (UI) and test management (since 2008)

Experienced in leading different sizes of test teams, from small scale projects to large programs.

Avid user of AI in all aspects of test planning, test analysis and test design techniques

Contributor and co-author of test policies and strategies and participant in TPI assessments, suggesting and implementing test process improvements.

Ana Duarte

Xray by Xblend, Portugal

I’m Ana Duarte, a writer, reader, and constant learner with a background in Communications and a strong drive for all things tech. I hold a BSc and a Master’s degree from Universidade da Beira Interior and Universidade do Porto, and I’ve honed my skills further with an Executive degree in Entrepreneurship, Management, and Innovation from Católica Lisbon School of Business and Economics.

Currently, I’m a Technical Documentation Manager at Xray by Xblend.

Theodor Hartmann

OBJENTIS Software Integration GmbH, Austria

Theodor Hartmann began his journey in software testing in 2000 as an intern. Over the past 20 years, he has gained extensive experience across various industries, including insurance, telecommunications, and banking. With a passion for the technical aspects of testing, he enjoys uncovering defects and exploring the philosophical questions surrounding the purpose of testing, while staying curious about the constants in testing amid the evolving landscape of new technologies. Currently a Senior Consultant at OBJENTIS, he plays a key role in developing testing tools, a position where it’s sometimes harder to embrace found defects.

Daniel Angelov

JAKALA, Bulgaria

I’ve been working on large-scale Drupal solutions for 10 years.

For the last 5 years, I have been responsible for the European entities of FFW (now part of JAKALA) in terms of Quality Assurance – processes, tools, sales, etc.

Driven by both professional and personal reasons, I became deeply involved in accessibility over the past 2 years and am now a strong advocate for a11y. I believe the internet empowers people with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives.

Mohit Gaur

Red Hat, India

Hello, I’m Mohit Gaur, a Software Quality Engineer on the Platform Engineering team at Red Hat.

I’m a lifelong learner, constantly experimenting with new tools and contributing to open-source projects. Sharing knowledge and empowering others to embrace technology’s potential fuels my fire. Beyond coding, I find inspiration in brainstorming sessions and stimulating discussions.

So, whether you’re looking for a quality engineer, a fellow traveller on the digital frontier, or simply a sounding board for your latest ideas, feel free to connect! My thirst for collaboration and conversation never runs dry.

Venkat Edagottu

Hitachi Digital Services, US

Mr. Venkat Edagottu is a Senior Manager in Software Development Test Engineering with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. His extensive career spans various domains and includes managing globally distributed teams. Venkats expertise in various testing methodologies, coupled with his exceptional team management skills, has consistently driven success in both consulting and leadership roles. Venkat is deeply passionate about inspiring his team members and fostering diverse, inclusive work environments. In his spare time, Venkat is an active blogger and conference speaker, sharing his wealth of knowledge and insights with a wider audience.

Venkatesh Mukhopadhyay

Nagarro, India

Experienced QA automation tester with expertise across banking, telecom, and pharma domains. Passionate about AI and its transformative potential, with a graduate degree in machine learning. Continuously exploring innovative ways to integrate AI into software testing, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in quality assurance processes.

Anamika Mukhopadhyay

Nagarro, India

With over a decade of experience in software testing and automation, Anamika is a dedicated QA consultant passionate about inclusivity and equality in the development process. She actively explores innovative AI solutions to enhance software testing, ensuring quality and accessibility for all users in the tech landscape.