Systems | Development | Analytics | API | Testing

In this session, Gil Zilberfeld highlights a critical challenge in test automation—the creation of "Frankenstein tests." These tests combine programming languages, frameworks, and domain-specific languages into a mishmash that is difficult to read, interpret, and maintain. While this approach may seem functional initially, it often leads to complex, fragile tests that become a burden as projects evolve. Gil emphasizes the importance of addressing this issue to prevent the "monster" of unmanageable tests from overwhelming your testing strategy.

In an era increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, ensuring ethical development and testing practices is more crucial than ever. In this thought-provoking session, Gaurav Khurana will explore the core principles of Responsible AI, including transparency, accountability, fairness, and privacy. These principles act as a foundation for building trust, mitigating algorithmic biases, and ensuring responsible data usage, ultimately fostering an AI ecosystem that prioritizes human welfare and respects privacy rights.

In this session, Harish Pandalangatt will explore the fundamentals of Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) and their pivotal role in centralizing and unifying customer data from various sources. He will emphasize the importance of testing these platforms to ensure that data is accurately captured, processed, and used to drive personalized marketing strategies and business insights. The session will also introduce Tealium, a leading CDP platform, showcasing how it streamlines customer data management and enhances marketing effectiveness.

In this session, James Massa, Senior Executive Director of Software Engineering and Architecture at JPMorgan Chase, dives into the critical elements of mastering LLM (Large Language Model) chatbot testing. As AI-driven chatbots take center stage in user interactions, even the slightest flaw in testing can result in significant, high-profile failures. James will guide you through the cutting-edge techniques used to rigorously test these advanced systems, ensuring optimal performance while helping you avoid common pitfalls that could derail your chatbot’s success.

In this session, Ajay Balamurgadas addresses a common challenge in test automation: the over-prioritization of UI testing at the expense of API testing. While many teams understand the importance of APIs, they often focus on UI automation, resulting in fragile, hard-to-maintain test suites. This approach leads to wasted resources and diminishing returns, as UI tests become increasingly difficult to manage as the product evolves. Ajay explains how this cycle is reinforced by ineffective metrics that measure the quantity of tests rather than their impact, keeping teams "busy being busy" without driving real value.

Choosing the right automation tool can feel like a daunting task, but it’s also one of the most critical decisions for successful software testing. In this AMA session, Ravi Kiran, Head of Engineering - Quality at CAW Studios, breaks down the process of identifying the perfect fit for your project needs. From understanding application requirements and team expertise to evaluating usability, scalability, integration capabilities, and even cost—this session covers it all in a practical, conversational format.

In a world where it’s easy to get stuck in a daily grind, leadership can sometimes feel like a never-ending loop of putting out fires, dealing with team challenges, and hoping that each project lands smoothly. But what if there’s a way to shift from just "getting through" the day to genuinely transforming your approach? In this session, Mike Lyles explores the art of IT leadership from a fresh perspective, focusing on building meaningful connections, driving personal growth, and creating a positive ripple effect within your team and beyond.

In this session, Mesut Durukal takes us into the world of code reviews, not just as a formality but as a critical part of the test automation lifecycle. He dives into a real-world scenario from his own team, where the code review process was marred by inconsistencies. Some reviewers were too strict, creating roadblocks that delayed tasks, while others let everything slide. This talk reveals how Mesut and his team tackled these issues, balancing rigor with flexibility to create a code review culture that enhances quality without stifling progress.

Open source can seem like a daunting world to step into. Maybe you've heard it’s important, especially as more companies look for profiles with open source contributions. But where do you even begin? Starting on a random project feels overwhelming, and finding time is another challenge altogether. If you’ve ever felt like this, then this session is exactly what you need. Drawing from personal experience as a contributor to Selenium, this talk breaks down what it truly means to join the open-source community.

In this session, we’re diving into seven powerful approaches to take your REST API testing to a whole new level. It’s not just about covering the basics – it’s about digging deeper to uncover hidden issues and truly understand how your APIs perform in various scenarios. You'll walk away with techniques that don’t just make your tests more effective but also give you insights that are critical for building resilient, reliable systems.