Join us on the latest episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast as we sit down with QA expert Phillip Talbot. He shares his wealth of experience building and managing customer-first testing teams, covering topics such as team composition, international collaboration, hiring and training, and staying current with new technologies. Take advantage of valuable insights and tips from a seasoned pro in the field. Tune in now!

How to Develop Customer First Testing Teams with Phillip Talbot

TestGuild Automation Podcast (formally Test Talks) is a weekly podcast hosted by Joe Colantonio, which geeks out on all things software test automation. TestGuild Automation covers news found in the testing space, reviews books about automation, and speaks with some of the thought leaders in the test automation field. We’ll aim to interview some of today’s most successful and inspiring software engineers, and test automation thought leaders.

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In this episode, your host, Joe Colantonio, speaks with Robin Gupta to explore the crucial balance between automation and quality in test practices. Join us as we discuss the importance of meaningful conversations and detailed assessments before deciding on automation tools like Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress. We'll also delve into the basics of Selenium, the challenges for beginners, and the benefits of open-source versus vendor solutions. Robin also shares his knowledge of advanced techniques, including shadow DOM and the nuanced debate over page objects. We'll explore why essential open-source solutions can save you from reinventing the wheel and how to scale and distribute tests effectively. You'll also hear about Robin's new book on Selenium WebDriver for test automation, designed to be an approachable guide for beginners.   Don't miss out on key tips such as the "crawl, walk, run, fly" approach and continuous improvement strategies.

Ultimate Selenium WebDriver Guide for Test Automation with Robin Gupta

Today, we delve into the nuanced art of hiring software testers in an era where remote work challenges traditional recruitment norms. We'll explore Paul's insights on the crucial skills for testers, the evolving landscape of automation in testing, and the critical importance of honesty and skill demonstration in hiring practices.   Paul will also share some thought-provoking experiences and challenges in verifying candidates' identities and capabilities in virtual environments. Whether you are looking to hire or aiming to position yourself as an invaluable testing professional, this episode is packed with valuable advice and anecdotes from the front lines of software testing recruitment.  Don't miss out on these expert tips to elevate your hiring strategy or advance your testing career.

How to Hire Good Testers and Stand Out as a Top Candidate with Paul Merrill

In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Tobias Müller, a software development veteran and an expert in autonomous software testing. With over a decade of experience in the field, Tobias brings a wealth of knowledge, especially from his work with TestResults IO, where he delves into the AI-driven aspects of testing. Join us as Tobias debunks common myths surrounding autonomous software testing. He clarifies the often misunderstood differences between automated and autonomous testing and expresses a healthy skepticism about the current capabilities of fully autonomous tools. Despite the challenges, Tobias sees a promising future where autonomous testing could significantly ease the testing process by harnessing vast data pools and sophisticated learning models. We delve into the dynamic nature of the testing landscape. We advocate for a synergy between human proficiency and AI to enhance testing efficiency without completely replacing the human element. We delve into the potential and limitations of AI in testing, underlining the crucial role of human oversight in decision-making processes. Be one of the first to discover how to automate non-automatable applications: https://links.testguild.com/Z6PFe

Debunk Autonomous Software Testing Myths with Tobias Müller

Today, Dan Belcher, co-founder of Mabl and a former product manager for monitoring and logging at Google, joins us as we explore the cutting-edge intersection of AI and mobile test automation. We'll delve into the growing trend of AI testing in business and discuss the critical switch from deterministic to non-deterministic testing protocols when dealing with AI language models. Get ready for an exciting announcement as Dan unveils the launch of Mabl for mobile. This groundbreaking tool will empower practitioners to validate their iOS and Android apps with unprecedented efficacy, revolutionizing how we approach mobile testing. Plus, we'll tackle the pressing questions about the shift from custom frameworks to vendor-based solutions, the increasing need for testing from the user's perspective, and the potential roles AI could play in optimizing the end-user experience. So, charge up your headphones and prepare for a deep dive into how AI's ability to understand context reshapes test automation. To see AI with Mobile in action, make sure to check out now: https://links.testguild.com/ul45X

Mobile Mastery: Blending AI with App Testing with Dan Belcher

Welcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! I'm your host, Joe Colantonio, and Jon Robinson, chief storyteller at Nekst IT, ready to delve deep into the automation testing world. In today's episode, "The Four Phases of Automation Testing Mastery," we'll debunk the myth that automation is a cure-all solution and explore the intricacies and careful planning needed to succeed in test automation. Join us as we discuss practical strategic approaches including the 4-phase model—Discovery, Design, Develop, Deliver—and the importance of a maturity model to ensure your automation aligns with CI/CD integration. We'll highlight how automation serves as the backbone for regression testing, providing substantial long-term benefits and how pushing it later in the development process can minimize rework and costs. We'll tackle the challenges of test management in an agile world, and Jon will share his insights on the importance of storytelling in QA and how it can revolutionize how we test and communicate the value of our work. Expect actionable tips on avoiding common pitfalls and why focusing on real-world impacts and user perspectives can significantly improve your automation efforts. Prepare to elevate your testing strategy and learn why quality should be the focus rather than just hitting metrics. Tune in as we explore practical insights and real-life experiences that will empower you to enhance the success of your automation testing projects!

How to Develop Customer First Testing Teams with Phillip Talbot

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