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TestGuild Automation PodcastAI Test Automation: Ship Twice as Fast with 10x Coverage with Karim JouiniAI test automation is evolving fast — but most tools still generate brittle code that breaks with every UI change. See it for yourself now: https://links.testguild.com/Thunders In this episode of the TestGuild Podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Karim Jouini, founder of Thunders, to explore a radically different approach to AI testing: executing test automation in plain English without generating Selenium or Playwright code. Instead of "auto-healing selectors," Thunders interprets natural language directly — allowing teams to: Ship twice as fast Achieve 10x test coverage with the same resources Reduce regre...
2026-02-2442 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSpec2TestAI: Stop Defects Before They Reach Production with Missy TrumplerMost teams find defects after the damage is done — during regression, late-stage testing, or production incidents. That's expensive, stressful, and completely avoidable. Try Spec2Test AI now: https://testguild.me/spec2testdemo In this episode, Joe Colantonio sits down with Missy Trumpler, CEO of AgileAILabs, to explore how Spec2TestAI helps teams prevent defects before code ships by applying AI directly to requirements. You'll learn: Why traditional test automation still misses critical risk How predictive, requirements-based AI testing works in practice What "shift-left" actually looks like beyond the buzzword How to reduce esc...
2026-01-2734 min
TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastA Practical AI Guide for Business Leaders with Brad GrouxIn this episode of the TestGuild DevOps Toolchain podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Brad Groux, technologist, AI strategist, and CEO of Digital Meld, to explore what it really takes for businesses to adopt AI successfully. Brad shares practical insights on: How to prepare your people, processes, and data before bringing in AI tools like Copilot or ChatGPT Separating hype from reality when evaluating AI and automation solutions Building an AI stack on a budget that empowers mid-sized businesses to compete Why "start small, think big" is the winning mindse...
2026-01-0940 min
TestGuild Automation PodcastTop 8 Automation Testing Trends for 2026 with Joe ColantonioAI testing is everywhere — but clarity isn't. In this episode, Joe Colantonio breaks down the real test automation trends for 2026, based on data from 40,000+ testers, 510 live Q&A questions, and 50+ interviews with industry leaders. This isn't vendor hype or futuristic speculation. It's what working testers are actually worried about — and what they're doing next. You'll learn: Why 72.8% of testers prioritize AI, yet don't trust it alone The real reason AI testing feels harder instead of easier How integration chaos is blocking automation success Why "AI auditor" and "quality strategist" are emerging career paths What agentic AI, MCPs, and vibe testing real...
2026-01-0612 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAutomation Testing Podcast 2026: New Schedule, Events, Discounts with Joe ColantonioThis is a special end-of-year episode of the Automation Testing Podcast. With family in town and a busy holiday season, Joe didn't want to skip a week without checking in and saying thank you to the TestGuild community. In this short episode, Joe shares: A huge milestone as the podcast approaches its 13-year anniversary Why the Automation Testing Podcast is moving from Sundays to Tuesdays starting in 2026 How loyal listeners can still get $100 off a full 5-day Automation Guild 2026 pass A sneak peek at TestGuild IRL — live, in...
2025-12-2802 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAI Testing LLMs & RAG: What Testers Must Validate with Imran AliAI is transforming how software is built, but testing AI systems requires an entirely new mindset. Don't miss AutomationGuild 2026 - Register Now: https://testguild.me/podag26 Use code TestGuildPod20 to get 20% off your ticket. In this episode, Joe Colantonio sits down with Imran Ali to break down what AI testing really looks like when you're dealing with LLMs, RAG pipelines, and autonomous QA workflows. You'll learn: Why traditional pass/fail testing breaks down with LLMs How to test non-deterministic AI outputs for consistency and accuracy Pr...
2025-12-2132 minTestGuild Automation Podcast4 Free TestGuild Tools Every Tester Should Be Using with Joe ColantonioIn this solo episode, Joe Colantonio shares four powerful free TestGuild tools designed to help testers, automation engineers, and QA leaders work smarter. Discover how to instantly find the right testing tool for your team, assess automation risk, check your site's accessibility, and benchmark your automation maturity — all in one session. Whether you're looking to improve test coverage, adopt better practices, or simply save time, these tools were built with you in mind. What You'll Learn: – How to choose the right test automation tool fast – How to identify and reduce testing risk – How to c...
2025-11-0917 min
TestGuild Automation PodcastCut Weeks of Manual Test Design into Minutes Using GenAIAre your tests falling behind your requirements? Check out our new AI Requirement course here: https://testguild.me/aireqcourse In this special highlight episode, Joe Colantonio shares lessons from a new course created with Keysight: Turning Requirements into Reliable Tests with AI-Augmented Design. You'll hear from AI strategist Noelle Russell, Keysight's Chief AI Officer Jonathon Wright, and product expert Ian Sharp as they explore: Why responsible AI is like raising a baby tiger — exciting but dangerous if ignored. The hidden costs of manual test design and why happy-path testing isn't enough. How AI-powered tools like Keysight Generator transform natural language requ...
2025-09-2817 min
TestGuild Automation PodcastHow Vibium Could Become the Selenium for AI Testing with Jason HugginsIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Jason Huggins—the original creator of early versions Selenium, Appium, and Sauce Labs—to discuss his latest project: Vibium. Not sure what tool to use? Try my free Test Tool Matcher now: https://testguild.me/toolmatch Jason describes Vibium as "Selenium for AI," designed to fix flaky WebDriver tests and leverage AI for smarter, model-based testing. We explore why AI-driven automation is the next wave, how WebDriver BiDi changes the game, and what QA leaders need to know about the rise of "vibe coding." If you've been wond...
2025-09-0731 min
TestGuild Automation PodcastPlaywright, Cursor & AI in QA with Ben FellowsIn this episode of the TestGuild podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Ben Fellows, founder of LoopQA and QA thought leader, to explore how AI is reshaping test automation. Ben shares lessons from his popular AI test automation workshops, diving deep into topics like: How AI turns hours of page object coding into minutes Why "augmented coding" beats "vibe coding" for serious QA work Practical ways teams can leverage Cursor, Playwright, and AI to boost productivity What QA leaders need to know about shifting roles, scaling code reviews, and IT security concerns Key trends coming in 2026 that could redefine how...
2025-08-3146 min
TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastWhy AI + DevSecOps Is the Future of Software Security With Patrick J. Quilter JrSupport the show - try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub In this episode of the TestGuild DevOps Toolchain Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Patrick Quilter, CEO of Deploy360, to explore how AI is reshaping DevSecOps and what it means for testers, developers, and security engineers. Patrick shares his unique journey from automation engineer to founder to acquisition, and now leading a company working directly with the Department of Defense on secure, AI-powered development pipelines. You'll learn: Why automation engineers are perfectly positioned to move into security How agentic AI can transform DevOps...
2025-08-2735 min
TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastGraphQL in the Age of AI Agents – Insights from Apollo's CEO Matt DeBergalisIn this episode of the TestGuild DevOps Toolchain Podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Matt DeBergalis, CEO of Apollo GraphQL, to explore how GraphQL is transforming the way teams build, ship, and scale applications. Matt shares his journey from open-source pioneer to leading one of the most widely adopted GraphQL platforms in the world—and why GraphQL is more relevant than ever in the age of AI, microservices, and agent-based applications. You'll discover: How GraphQL eliminates over-fetching, reduces technical debt, and accelerates feature delivery Why it's a natural fit for AI agents and future-ready architectures How it improves testing, observability, an...
2025-08-2033 min
TestGuild Automation PodcastBalancing Speed and Quality in the AI Era with Jim TrentadueIn this episode of the TestGuild Podcast, Joe Colantonio chats with veteran QA leader Jim Trentadue about how artificial intelligence is reshaping software testing—and what testers can do to stay ahead. With nearly three decades in the industry, Jim shares hard-earned lessons from his own career, insights into balancing speed and quality in agile teams, and a candid look at AI's potential risks and rewards for testers. You'll hear why embracing AI tools, from agentic workflows to prompt engineering, is no longer optional, and why deep testing expertise is still your most valuable asset. Whether you're a manual tester, au...
2025-08-1735 min
TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastAI-Powered Predictive Autoscaling for Kubernetes with Jennifer RahmaniIn this episode of the TestGuild DevOps Toolchain Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Jennifer Rahmani, Co-founder and COO of Thoras.ai, a company redefining how infrastructure scales with AI-driven predictive technology. Drawing from her years as a DevOps engineer in the defense tech sector, Jennifer shares how she and her twin sister turned real-world frustrations into a reliability-first platform that eliminates the guesswork from scaling. We discuss how Thoras.ai integrates with Kubernetes to predict workload demand minutes—or even hours—in advance, allowing teams to maintain high availability without overspending. Jennifer explains why they use...
2025-08-1335 minTestGuild Automation PodcastHow to Build a Culture of Comprehensive Quality with Matt GilbertOn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Matt Gilbert, founder of Clear Insight, for a conversation packed with practical wisdom for testers looking to break into, or advance in, modern software quality practices. Drawing on his experience working across industries such as insurance, healthcare, and SaaS, Matt shares how he transitioned from an aspiring developer to a passionate advocate for testing. They dive deep into the challenges of uniting disparate testing tools, making complex data from performance, accessibility, and security checks accessible to all team members, and the critical importance of educating...
2025-07-2822 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastScaling to Millions & Beyond with Mohammed Ali Chherawalla (Mac)How do you go from idea to impact—without wasting time or overbuilding too early? In this episode, Joe Colantonio is joined by Mac, CTO at Wednesday Solutions, to dive deep into what it really takes to scale software smartly and sustainably. They explore the mindset and systems needed to go from MVP to product-market fit, how to think about scaling for 3 years (not forever), and the biggest distribution mistakes startups make. You'll also hear hard-earned lessons on using AI tools effectively, when to skip hyped tech (like serverless), and why building great software isn't en...
2025-07-2433 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastScaling Smart: DevOps Techniques for Cloud-Native Success with Jacek MarmuszewskiOn this episode host Joe Colantonio sits down with Jacek Marmuszewski of Let's Go DevOps, an expert with more than a decade of experience building and managing mission-critical cloud infrastructure for companies like Sabre and Oracle, as well as for numerous startups. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub Jacek shares his journey from a Java and C programmer to a cloud-native advocate and DevOps platform engineer, offering invaluable insights into what it truly takes to create scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud environments. Together, they dig into the m...
2025-07-1731 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastWhen the Cloud Isn't an Option: Securing Your API Testing Strategy with Thomas HurleyIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Thomas Hurley, Product Lead at SmartBear for ReadyAPI and SoapUI, to unpack everything you need to know about modern API testing in secure, regulated, and high-stakes environments. Check out SmartBear's ReadyAPI Now: https://testguild.me/readyapi We explore why some organizations still choose on-prem API testing despite the cloud boom, and the critical role of data security, compliance, and control. Thomas delves into how teams can utilize service virtualization to overcome dependencies, accelerate shift-left testing, and simulate complex microservices architectures — without com...
2025-07-0239 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSolving Challenges in Software Testing with Kristijan PlaushkuOn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Kristijan Plaushku, founder of QA Robots, for a fascinating deep dive into the evolving world of testing and automation. Grab the free Testing Toolkit now: https://testguild.me/toolkit Broadcasting from Italy, Kristijan shares his journey from starting in quality assurance at AS Watson to building his own company, dedicated to reshaping how businesses approach QA, automation, and DevOps integration, with a specific focus on the unique challenges and opportunities within the Italian tech landscape. Together, they explore what it means...
2025-06-2929 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastAutomating the DevOps Pipeline with Maurice McCabeOn this episode of the TestGuild DevOps Toolchain, host Joe Colantonio is joined by Maurice McCabe, a seasoned AI engineer from AIA Systems whose expertise spans over two decades and the rise of agentic AI. Together, they dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of DevOps, AI-driven development, and modern product testing. Maurice shares his experiences from the early days of machine learning to today's generative AI revolution, uncovering how tools like Replit and smart browsers are transforming the way products are built, tested, and deployed. Whether you're a developer looking to keep your edge...
2025-06-2639 minTestGuild Automation PodcastMastering Medical Device Testing with Priyank SoniIn today's show, we're diving deep into the highly specialized world of software testing for medical devices. Our guest, Priyank Soni, brings over 20 years of experience and a wealth of knowledge from the front lines of medical innovation, think cardiac mapping, lab automation, and infusion pumps. Not only is Priyank a recognized authority in embedded systems, AI, and machine learning, but he's also a master at transforming manual QA processes into scalable, cloud-based automated frameworks. Join host Joe Colantonio as he and Priyank unravel the unique challenges of testing in a heavily regulated, high-risk environment...
2025-06-1532 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastAligning DevOps Teams for API Quality with Temil SanchezWelcome back to the DevOps Toolchain podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by Temil Sanchez, a Product Manager at SmartBear, for a deep dive into how quality truly becomes a team effort—especially when aligning development, QA, and product teams within agile API environments. Together, they explore the evolution and surge in API adoption, the unique challenges of collaborating on APIs in agile settings, and the importance of closing feedback loops to deliver reliable software faster. Temil shares his journey from QA engineering to product management, offers insights on bridging the gaps be...
2025-06-1224 min
TestGuild News ShowAI Generate Missing Playwright Tests, Postman AI, CY-prompt and more TGNS160How can you generate Missing Tests Automatically with Playwright Have you seen the post on automating Postman API Responses using AI? What is the new feature that Cypress just released CY-prompt all about? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of June 8. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Support the show check out our awesome sponsor https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS 0:19 ZAPTESTAI https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS 0:58 AI Playwright Tests https://testguild.me/uotl79 2:03 Webinar AI + QA Banking ht...
2025-06-0909 minTestGuild Automation PodcastWhat is Reverse Mutation Testing with Leonardo LanniIn this session, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Leonardo Lanni, a globally recognized quality engineer and founder of QA Roots, to explore a cool testing technique: mutation testing and reverse mutation testing. See if your apps are visual perfect with App Percy: https://testguild.me/apppercy Leonardo breaks down the concepts behind mutation testing, which is an innovative approach to verifying the effectiveness of your tests by intentionally introducing code changes—and introduces the idea of reverse mutation testing, a new technique for ensuring your tests themselves are up to the task. They...
2025-06-0238 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastWill AI Replace DevOps Engineers, BI and More with Mark KoelschIn this episode, hosts Joe Colantonio and Mark Koelsch explore AI-driven business intelligence and its impact on today's industries. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub. No credit card required. Tune in as they unpack how AI, once a niche discipline, has exploded into mainstream business conversations since the emergence of tools like ChatGPT. They cut through the buzz and fear around AI, discussing real-world applications, compliance challenges, and common misconceptions. Whether you're looking to leverage AI in business intelligence, concerned about data privacy regulations like HIPAA, or...
2025-05-2829 minTestGuild Automation PodcastThe Importance of Trust in Software Testing and AI with Damian SynadinosOn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Damian Synadinos, a multifaceted expert with over thirty years of experience in software testing, public speaking, improv, and more. 👉 Try Percy now and ship with confidence: https://testguild.me/percyvisual Together, they dive deep into the concept of trust in software testing, how it's formed, the dangers of misplaced trust, and why trust is more crucial than ever in today's rapidly evolving world of AI and software testing. Damien shares how his interest in trust grew out of observing its...
2025-05-2527 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastObservability at Scale with AI with Jacob LeverichIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Jacob Leverich, cofounder and Chief Product Officer at Observe, to explore how AI and cutting-edge data strategies are transforming the world of observability. With a career spanning heavyweight roles from Splunk to Google and Kuro Labs, Jacob shares his journey from banging out Perl scripts as a Linux sysadmin to building scalable, data-driven solutions that address the complex realities of today's digital infrastructure. Tune in as Joe and Jacob explore why traditional monitoring approaches are struggling with massive data volumes, how knowledge...
2025-05-1436 minTestGuild News ShowAI-first Fail, MCP Appium Gestures, Playwright, K6, and more TGNS157Do you know the latest MCP for Gestures in Appium What AI first company failed and started hiring people again Have you heard of the Functional Page Model for Playwright? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of May 11. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. 0:17 ZAPTEST.AI https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS 0:56 mcp-appium-gestures https://testguild.me/0v2mp8 1:53 Functional Page Model https://testguild.me/3vosu7 2:36 Klarna Reverses AI-First https://testguild.me/gm2ofq 3:17 Matts View on Klarna ht...
2025-05-1209 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastThe Rise of Agentic AI: Transforming DevOps and Testing with Bridges SmithIn this episode, host Joe Colantonio dives deep into the future of AI in DevOps with Bridges Smith, the VP of Product Management for AI at SmartBear. With over 25 years of experience leading innovations in product development, machine learning, and AI, Bridges brings a wealth of firsthand insights on how AI is rapidly evolving and shaping how developers and testers work. Together, Joe and Bridges explore the shift from basic generative AI to the rise of agentic AI. These AI systems can make decisions and automate more complex tasks within DevOps and testing pipelines. They discuss the...
2025-05-0731 minTestGuild Automation PodcastThe Secret Life of Automation with Michael BoltonIn today's episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by renowned software testing expert Michael Bolton, who returns to the show after an eight-year hiatus. Join Michael and me at Breakpoint online event: https://testguild.me/breakpoint In part 1 of a two-part series, Michael dives deep into software testing, reflecting on what's changed (and what hasn't!) since their last chat, the impact of emerging technologies like machine learning and AI, and what it really means to "do" software testing in 2025. Michael explores the true essence of testing beyond the buzzwords, challenging the industry's love a...
2025-04-271h 00TestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastMaking Performance Testing Accessible for All with k6 Studio with Mark Meier and Tom MiseurIn this awesome installment, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Mark Meier and Tom Miseur from Grafana Labs to dive deep into the world of performance testing and how their brand new open source Grafana k6 Studio is making these powerful practices accessible for everyone on your team—from developers to QA and SREs. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub. No credit card required. Listen in as they discuss the evolution of k6 from a developer-first tool to one built for seamless collaboration across teams, the challenges of performance te...
2025-04-2329 minTestGuild News ShowMCPs everywhere, NASA Hates LLMs and More! TGNS153Who Cares About AI-Augmented Software Testing Have you seen all the new MCP servers like the one for Selenium Why does NASA hate LLMS? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of April 6. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. 0:15 ZAPTEST.AI https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS 0:55 Selenum MCP https://testguild.me/lcibyr 2:00 AI Webinar of the Week https://testguild.me/9p2tlr 2:46 NASA LLMS Bad https://testguild.me/4lqivf 4:24 Xplorer 1.2.0 https://testguild.me/fo2wfm 5:19 AccelQ gen ai https...
2025-04-0709 minTestGuild Automation PodcastHow To Optimize your Automation CI/CD Pipelines (and Save Money) with Gaurav MittalWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Gaurav Mittal, a cybersecurity, data science, and IT expert with over two decades of experience. Gaurav, recognized for his thought leadership in AI and automation with multiple industry awards, shares his insights on making How To Optimize your Automation CI/CD Pipelines in DevOps more cost-effective. Whether you're a test automation engineer or security professional or work with AI/ML, you'll want to hear Gaurav's take on implementing DevOps pipelines that reduce licensing costs and enhance flexibility without sacrificing your team's productivity.
2025-04-0627 minTestGuild Automation PodcastMeet JASON HUGGINS, The Genius Behind Selenium!Welcome to another episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast! This time, we're diving into the archives by honoring SeleniumConf in Valencia, Spain, with a special rerelease of an interview recorded back in 2017. Join your host, Joe Colantonio, as he sits down with Jason Huggins, the legendary creator of Selenium. Recorded live during the hustle and bustle of SeleniumConf that year, Joe takes us back to the origins of Selenium with this remarkable founder's journey. Jason dives deep into the story behind Selenium's creation, the challenges faced during its early days, and the evolution of automation...
2025-03-3029 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastDevOps Transformation: Culture, Strategy, and Lessons Learned with Derek FergusonIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio chats with Derek Ferguson, the Chief Software Officer at Fitch, about the dynamic world of DevOps transformation. They explore the intersection of technology and strategy, emphasizing how to navigate regulatory landscapes while fostering innovation. Derek shares insights from his diverse career, from his early days in the tech industry to leading the creation of the ESG-focused Sustainable Fitch platform. Tune in to discover Derek's perspective on marrying traditional financial metrics with environmental data, the evolving role of AI in development and production, and adopting...
2025-03-2636 minTestGuild Automation PodcastTesting ML Pipeline Best Practices to Scale with LakshmiThejaswi NarasannagariIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio chats with machine learning engineer Lakshmithejaswi Narasannagari, who boasts over fourteen years of experience working with tech giants like Intuit, Incom, and Poshmark. Check out App Automate: https://testguild.me/appautomate2 Lakshmi delves into her fascinating career journey from Oracle developer to transitioning into machine learning operations and test automation. The conversation covers best practices for ML pipelines, testing at scale, and how to integrate testing effectively in the AI ML space. Lakshmi shares insights on understanding machine learning models, navigating various r...
2025-03-1627 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSwift Driver for Appium Automation Testing with Dalton AlexandreIn this episode, Joe Colantonio sits down with Dalton Alexandre, a self-taught Swift developer who has recently developed a new Swift driver for the Appium framework. Streamline Your Mobile App Testing now: https://testguild.me/applive2 Dalton shares his journey from developing iOS applications to creating this innovative driver. He discusses the motivations behind choosing Swift, the challenges in creating a bare-bones project, and the benefits of contributing to open-source projects like Appium. With insights into parallelization, session management, and versatile testing strategies, this conversation promises valuable takeaways for developers and testers eager to...
2025-03-0927 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastUnlocking AI in DevOps with IBM's Watson xCode with Keri OlsonIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Keri Olson, Vice President of Product Management, AI for Code at IBM. Try SmartBear Insight Hub: https://testguild.me/insighthub Keri, an expert in AI-powered software development solutions, shares insights on the transformative impact of generative AI in various business functions, particularly in software development and IT processes. Discover how IBM's Watson X platform, designed to build and deploy generative AI across enterprises, is revolutionizing application modernization, especially for legacy systems like mainframes. Listen in as Keri explains the...
2025-03-0531 minTestGuild News ShowVisual and API Testing with Playwright, JMeter Book and more TGNS149Do you know how to do Visual Testing in Playwright? What is an awesome way to Simplify & Automate Front End Testing? How do you Master Apache JMeter From load testing to DevOps? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of March 2nd. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. 0:16 ZAPTEST.AI https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS 0:55 Visual Testing https://testguild.me/3ntadi 2:17 Webinar Simplify Automation https://testguild.me/w3i4x4 3:21 TestChimp https://testguild.me/bl2mqw 4:16 MCP A...
2025-03-0309 minTestGuild Automation PodcastTackling Enterprise Testing Challenges with AI with Srirang SrikanthaIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio delves into the challenges of test automation in enterprise environments, focusing on key issues like scalability, maintainability, and the complexity of modern applications. Joining Joe is special guest Srirang Srikantha from Tenjin, a cutting-edge platform leveraging AI-driven intelligence to revolutionize enterprise test automation. With over 25 years of expertise in technology innovation and a deep understanding of the banking and financial services sector, Srirang shares insights into how Tenjin addresses the specific needs of enterprise testers. Tune in to discover Tenjin's innovative solutions, like AI-assisted...
2025-03-0230 minTestGuild Automation PodcastMastering Robot Framework Techniques at RoboCon Online with Guido Demmenie, Kelby Stine and Manana KoberidzeIn today's installment, our host, Joe Colantonio, invites Guido, Manana, and Kelby, seasoned experts in automation testing and Robot Framework enthusiasts, to dive deep into the world of Robot Framework and RoboCon. As they gear up for the all-online RoboCon event this March, our guests share their unique journeys with the Robot Framework and the intriguing reasons behind their choice of this powerful automation tool. From Manana's admiration for its clean, tidy test code and impressive reporting to Kelby's initial frustration turned admiration, you'll hear fascinating insights and personal anecdotes that highlight the versatility and efficiency of...
2025-02-2333 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastAI/ML, MongoDB in DevOps and More with Richmond AlakeIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Richmond Alake, a developer advocate at MongoDB and an AI/ML practitioner with a strong background in computer vision, robotics, and machine learning. With years of experience in software development, Richmond has authored over 200 technical articles and taught numerous AI/ML courses. Together, they dive into the evolving landscape of AI, machine learning, and multimodal AI, discussing how MongoDB shapes the future of AI-powered applications. Richmond shares insights on how vector embeddings, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and agentic systems transform data storage and retrieval...
2025-02-2133 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastPreparing Dev Leaders for the AI World with Will BlackburnIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio interviews Will Blackburn, co-founder of DevClarity, about AI in software development. Will shares his journey from being a CTO at a financial technology startup to founding DevClarity, an AI-powered tool aimed at making engineering managers more effective. Together, they discuss the transformative potential of AI tools like Copilot and Cursor, the impact of AI on junior versus senior developers, and how organizations can embrace AI to boost productivity while maintaining code quality. Will offers practical advice on how development leaders can navigate AI's intricacies...
2025-02-0732 minTestGuild Automation PodcastTop 10 Software Testing Conferences with Joe ColantonioIn today's episode, we'll explore my specially curated list of the top 10 must-attend software testing conferences and events for 2025. See all testing conferences with dates and time: https://testguild.com/software-testing-conferences/ Whether you want to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of test automation, QA, and software testing, this episode is packed with invaluable insights. We'll explore conferences focused on industry-leading tools like Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Cypress, and Robot Framework and events dedicated to security testing, QA leadership, and performance engineering. I'll share experiences, expert-led sessions, and real-world success stories from these remarkable ga...
2025-01-2619 minTestGuild Automation PodcastTop 8 Automation Testing Trends for 2025 with Joe ColantonioWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! I'm Joe Colantonio, your host. In today's episode, we'll discuss the top automation testing trends for 2025. Don't miss Automation Guild 2025: https://testguild.me/future25 Leveraging insights from our comprehensive surveys dating back to 2018 and combining them with ChatGPT's powerful analysis, we're uncovering the future of automation testing. We'll explore groundbreaking concepts like agentic AI, AI-driven user behavior analysis, the rise of low-code/no-code tools, and the integration of testing with DevOps and SRE practices. Plus, we'll reveal why Python is the must-learn language for testers in 2025 and...
2025-01-1218 minTestGuild Automation PodcastDiscover Future Trends in Automation at Automation GuildI'm your host, Joe Colantonio, and I am thrilled to bring you some exciting updates today. Guess what? Automation Guild 2025 registration is now officially open! 🚨 Don't miss it! 📲 Register now: https://testguild.com/ag-2025/ 📅 This isn't just another event in software testing and automation; it's a year-long journey packed with actionable tips, tools, techniques, strategies, and mindsets that will help you navigate 2025 with confidence. In today's episode, we'll give you a sneak peek into what makes Automation Guild 25 truly unique. We'll introduce you to some of our incredible speakers, like Jason Arbon, discussing AI's impa...
2024-12-0817 minTestGuild News ShowSimpleQA, Playwright in DevOps, Testing too big? TGNS140Are your tests too big? How can you use AI-powered automation on Android app testing Have you seen the Guide to Azure DevOps Pipelines and Test Plan with Playwright Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Nov3. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. 0:19 Subscribe to News Show https://testguild.me/newsub 0:29 SimpleQA https://testguild.me/l1n9hn 1:23 AutomationGuild 2025 https://testguild.com/ag-2025-notify/ 2:07 commercial data testing https://testguild.me/q6ttpa 3:42 Test Automation Survey https://testguild.m...
2024-11-0409 minTestGuild News ShowTesting Castlevania, Playwright to Selenium Migration and More TGNS136What game can teach testers to find edge cases and hidden bugs. How can you migrate from Selenium to Playwright (or even if you should) Which skill currently has a shortage of qualified folks and how can testers learn it? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Sep22nd. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Support the show and check out this weeks sponsor: testguild.me/katalonnow Time Title link 0:20 Katalon Deal https://testguild.me...
2024-09-2309 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastWebLoad vs LoadRunner vs jMeter (Who Wins?) with Paul KanarisToday, we're thrilled to have performance testing expert Paul Kanaris, with over 20 years of experience, join us to compare two leading load testing tools: Webload and LoadRunner. This episode, hosted by Joe Colantonio, explores the intricate details of Paul's journey from LoadRunner to jMeter to Webload, drawing on his deep expertise in the field. Try WebLoad for yourself now for free: https://testguild.me/loadtrial Paul shares valuable insights on AI implementation preferences, tool flexibility's importance, and robust support's critical role. We'll discuss how these tools handle diverse enterprise challenges, from managing multiple interconnected systems...
2024-09-1948 minTestGuild News ShowSoftware Testing Poker, Playwright Studio, FinTech Test Automation TGNS134What does poker have to do with software testing? Have you seen the new open-source Playwright Studio framework? How can you use AI to help with Fintech testing? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Aug25. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Link 0:16 Register for Newsshow https://testguild.me/newsub 0:26 Poker Software tTesting https://testguild.me/hz1znw 1:52 Selenium Grid https://testguild.me/4mpmwi 2:45 Playwright Studio https://testguild.me/jurp2u 3:23 Kane AI https://te...
2024-08-2609 minTestGuild News ShowGenAI Learning Journey, Contract Testing, AI Safety Testing and more TGNS131What famous testers just published their GenAI / LLM learning experience journey? How can Contract Testing Bridges the Gap in Integration Testing Have you seen the new open-source platform that was released for AI safety testing? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Aug 4th. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. time News Title Rocket Link 0:22 Register for Newsshow https://testguild.me/newsub 0:29 GenAI / LLM learning journey https://testguild.me/a5u6vb 1:36 Contract Testing https://testguild.me/50ynk...
2024-08-0509 minTestGuild News ShowNASA Testing, Playwright Typescript Course, Cypress BDD and More! TGNS130How did NASA test their critical systems for their successful Apollo missions? Have you seen the new free course on how to get started with Playwright and Typescript What really caused the CrowdStrike/Microsoft outage last week? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of July 28th. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:22 Register for Newsshow https://testguild.me/newsub 0:31 Appium-device-farm https://testguild.me/73ycdk 1:24 AI Testing for Salesforce https://testguild.me...
2024-07-2909 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAI's Role in Test Automation and Collaboration with Mark CreamerIn this episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Mark Creamer, President and CEO at Conformiq, to delve into the fascinating world of AI in test automation. See how Conformiq can transform your testing process by requesting a free demo now at https://testguild.me/aidemo They explore how Gen AI and Symbolic AI are revolutionizing the generation and optimization of test cases, making testing processes more efficient and collaborative. Mark shares his two-decade journey in utilizing AI technologies such as natural language processing and vision recognition systems, highlighting the distinctions between older a...
2024-07-2133 minTestGuild News ShowPlaywright Course Alert, Selenium Stats, LLM for Testers TGNS126Do you know the best way to get started with Playwright? What is the best AI/LLM for Testers? Have you seen the mind-boggling Selenium stats? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of June 23rd. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. 0:15 Playwright AI course https://testguild.me/playai 1:11 Playwright Webinar https://testguild.me/kubeweb 2:29 Serenity/JS 3.24.0 https://testguild.me/e19riz 3:11 AI-powered self-healing feature https://testguild.me/1b0pfr 3:43 Browserstack Guild Goodies https://testguild.me/browserstack 3:59 Best A...
2024-06-2409 minTestGuild Automation PodcastMastering Playwright Automation with AI with Joe ColantonioIn this episode, we dive into a major shift in the automation testing world: Playwright has surpassed Cypress in weekly downloads, marking a significant milestone in its journey. We delve into what this means for testers, offering insights into why Playwright is gaining such rapid popularity and how it compares to Cypress. We also shine a spotlight on the crucial role of the community, including a notable LinkedIn post by Filip Hric and comments from Diego Molina, which put this achievement into context with Selenium's continued dominance. You'll discover why now is the perfect time...
2024-06-2310 minTestGuild News ShowBrowser Conference, OpenSource LLM Testing, Up-skill Test AI, and more TGNS125What free must attend the vendor agnostic Browser Automation Conference is happening this week? Have you explored the practicality of the open-source LLM evaluation framework that can significantly enhance your testing capabilities? Do you want to know how to Upskill your Testing Team with AI and Navigate the Future of Quality Assurance? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Jun 16th. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Link 0:24 The Browser Conference https://testguild.me/br...
2024-06-1708 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastDemystifying Open-Telemetry with Michael HabermanWelcome to another episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast! I'm your host, Joe Colantonio, and today, we have an exciting episode lined up for you. We're diving deep into the world of OpenTelemetry with Michael Haberman, a senior architect at SmartBear and a co-founder of Aspecto. Michael brings over a decade of experience in software architecture and has been instrumental in transitioning successful tech companies from monolithic applications to microservices. In this episode, we'll explore what OpenTelemetry is, how it supports the three pillars of observability (traces, metrics, and logs), and the latest updates in...
2024-06-0522 minTestGuild Automation PodcastChallenge Accepted: Rethinking Automation with Benjamin BischoffWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In this episode, our host, Joe Colantonio, engages in a fascinating conversation with Benjamin Bischoff, an experienced software developer and test automation engineer. Benjamin illuminates his preference for Karate UI testing and the evolution of his Selenium-based framework, emphasizing the need to use the right tool for the job. From JUnit 5 to Selenium BiDi, Benjamin provides valuable lessons on upgrading frameworks to enhance performance and efficiency. The discussion also touches on critical evaluation of tools, the fallacy of the one-size-fits-all approach, and the significance of continuous learning in automation en...
2024-05-2630 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastHarnessing Cloud-Native Technologies for Agile Development with Ken PomellaWelcome to this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast! Today, host Joe Colantonio and expert entrepreneur Ken Pomella dive deep into the transformative world of cloud-native technologies and AI. Ken shares his extensive wisdom on navigating the rapid pace of technological advancements, mainly focusing on impactful tools like IoT, cloud-native services, and AI. He praises AWS for its pioneering approach and offers practical advice on leveraging AWS Amplify for newcomers to the DevOps space and Bedrock Studio for those interested in AI solutions. Ken also covers the cost-effectiveness of cloud services, the intricacies of transitioning...
2024-05-1531 minTestGuild News ShowFlaky Automated Test Drama, DevOps Bootcamp, and more TGNS120What is all the drama around the cause of Flaky Automated Tests? Have you seen the latest free DevOps Bootcamp course? And what webinar should you attend to learn more about the future of functional testing with AI? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild News Show for the week of May 12. So grab our favorite cup of coffee or tea and lets do it! Time News Title Rocket Link 0:00 Register for LinkedIn NewsLetter https://links.testguild.com/wwA8x 0:19 Guiid Goodies Survey https://testguild.me/freestuff 0:34 AI Infused Test...
2024-05-1309 minTestGuild News ShowAI Joe Bot, AI in Mobile, Testing AI and More TGNS118AI Joe Bot, AI in Mobile, Testing AI and More Have you seen the latest solution for AI in Mobile App Testing? What are some key challenges in testing generative AI applications. Have you tried the new AI powered JOE chat bot? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of April 28. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:26 Mabl's new Mobile Testing Solution https://testguild.me/eu3s2m 1:55 AI Joe https...
2024-04-2909 minTestGuild Devops Toolchain PodcastThe Future of DevOps: AI-Driven Testing with Fitz Nowlan and Todd McNealIn this DevOps Toolchain episode, we explore the cutting-edge junction where AI meets software testing. Join host Joe Colantonio, Fitz Nowlan, and Todd McNeal as they unravel SmartBear's game-changing Reflect integration with Zephyr Scale. Discover: 🧠 AI-Powered Testing: Peek into a revolutionary leap in test automation as our guests detail SmartBear's new AI integration with Zephyr Scale in Jira. This pioneering move makes waves, promising to transform manual test cases into automated successes. With Reflect AI's role in turning English language sentences into precise, intent-based actions, manual tedium may soon become a relic of the past. 🔍 Augmen...
2024-04-2435 minTestGuild News ShowCopilot for Testers, GPT-4 Security Testing and More TGNS117Have you seen the new tool being called the coPilot for Testers? How do you run parallel tests on virtualized services What are some of thing's testers can do with GPT-4 to identify and exploit real-world software vulnerabilities. Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of April 21. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:00 Register for LinkedIn NewsLetter https://links.testguild.com/wwA8x 0:24 Join TestGuild Community https://testguild.me/2qz1x8 1:20 release of Al...
2024-04-2209 minTestGuild Automation PodcastThe Four Phases of Automation Testing Mastery with Jon RobinsonWelcome 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 serv...
2024-04-2131 minTestGuild News ShowFirst AI software tester, Will You Be Replaced and more TGNS116Will you be replaced by AI soon? How do you do test video games to deliver a bug-free gaming experience Have you seen what is being called the world's first AI software tester. Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of April 7. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Link 0:00 Register for LinkedIn NewsLetter https://links.testguild.com/wwA8x 0:17 Automated Mobile Game Testing https://testguild.me/5cwbhd 1:25 Ai the replacement game https://testguild.me/yy7...
2024-04-0810 minTestGuild News ShowSideways Test Pyramid, WebDriver Visual Testing and More TGNS115What is a Sideways Test Pyramid in testing Have you seen the latest WebDriver.io feature that allows developers and teste to easily verify web page content and layout. What skill should you add to your tool kit after the recent announcement of 13billion dollars in this area? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of March 24 Time News Title Link 0:00 Register for LinkedIn NewsLetter https://links.testguild.com/wwA8x 0:36 TestResults.io + TestGuild https://testguild.me/z36t2k 2:12 The sideways test pyramid https://t...
2024-03-2609 minTestGuild News ShowNew Playwright, Continuous Testing, AI Software Engineer and More TGNS114What are some of the new features of the latest Playwright release? How do you do embrace continuous testing in 2024. Have you seen the demo for Devin, the first AI software engineer? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of March 17. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Links 0:00 Register for LinkedIn NewsLetter https://links.testguild.com/wwA8x 0:27 State of Continuous Testing https://testguild.me/9zirnt 1:38 Boyka framework 1.0 https://testguild.me/vdm0yk 2:29 7 Y...
2024-03-1809 minTestGuild Automation PodcastHow to Create Testing Magic with Zero-code with Shubham JainIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio speaks with Shubham Jain, the maintainer of Keploy, an API testing platform. Shubham shares insights into creating testing magic with zero code using Keploy, a tool that captures live traffic and generates test cases and data mocks for efficient API testing. Shubham shares features of Keploy's integration with the software development life cycle and its potential use cases. Shubham also delves into the open-source community for Keploy, providing tips for contributors and sharing information about upcoming events for those interested in learning more. Listen in to discover valuable...
2024-02-2623 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAutomationGuild 2024 Lineup and BIG News with Joe ColantonioIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, we're unveiling a sneak peek of the exciting lineup for the Automation Guild 2024 event. Host Joe Colantonio shares a preview of the brilliant speakers and the captivating topics they'll cover at the conference. From Lee Barnes's insights on becoming a test automation rock star to Anna Patterson's session on accelerating API testing with Cypress, the event promises to be packed with actionable advice for testers. Get ready to hear from industry experts such as Artem Bonder, Karime Salomon, Greg Paskal, and many more as they delve into diverse automation topics. Tune...
2024-01-2127 minTestGuild Automation PodcastInnovating Mobile Testing: 42Gears Game-Changer AstroFarm with Prakash GuptaIn this exciting episode, join Joe Colantonio and the founder of 42Gears, Prakash Gupta, as we share how to overcome many mobile testing challenges. Prakash shares his expertise on the innovative use of nightly builds in the CI/CD workflow at AstraFarm and discusses the critical need for running tests on specific devices before code promotion. Our discussion also explores the huge cost-effectiveness and device variations of utilizing private device farms, particularly in industries with unique hardware needs like retail, hospitality, and healthcare. You'll also discover the security benefits for regulated industries and gain valuable insights into the game-changing...
2024-01-1532 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAutomation Testing Trends for 2024 with Joe ColantonioWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into the top 12 test automation trends that will shape the future of software testing in 2024. Based on extensive research and expert insights, host Joe Colantonio shares valuable insights on AI-assisted testing, low code and no code app testing, API test automation, shift left testing, containerization for test environments, automated compliance testing, self-healing mechanisms, AIOps, automated mobile app testing, testing in production, developing for observability, and the predicted rise of Playwright as the dominant automation testing tool. Stay tuned to stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends...
2024-01-0121 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAI For Playwright Tests with Todd McNealIn this episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Todd McNeal, co-founder of Reflect, to delve into the world of supercharging Playwright tests with AI and other automation innovations. Todd shares an AI library for Playwright called Zero Step, which aims to make test automation easy to create and maintain. Todd discusses Reflect's AI-enabled features, the impact of AI on testing, and the importance of AI as a productivity tool for testers. Tune in for valuable industry insights and advice on integrating AI into automation testing. Try it for yourself now: https://links.testguild.com/reflectai
2023-12-1033 minTestGuild News ShowToad Testing, Karate Course for Newbie, Mock APIs and More TGNS104Have you heard of the TOAD concept in testing yet? Want to know a way to learn Karate and API Testing at the same time? And what Major Website (Black Friday Disaster) Crash Lead to Unprecedented Sales Plunge Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Dec 3. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:20 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:39 Observability, Monitoring and Testing https://testguild.me/v43kl0 2:20 Separate Application & Tests R...
2023-12-0409 minTestGuild News ShowSelenium AI, Playwright Recorder, Hacker Culture and More TGNS103Have you tried the new Playwright Test Generator ? What new AI ChatGPT tool can help you with Selenium? And want to learn more about Hacker Culture? Find out in this episode of the TestGuild News Show for the week of Nov 26. So grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea and let's do this! Time News Title Rocket Link 0:17 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:36 Playwright 1.40 https://testguild.me/uwi61y 1:40 Non-invasive Test Automation https://testguild.com/webinar-non-invasive-test-automation-for-highly-regulated-industries/ 2:47 Ai Selenium Sage https://testguild.me/trolpp 4:39 Playwright Real World Example https://t...
2023-11-2710 minTestGuild News ShowAttack of the Clones, ChatGPT Test Data, WebRiverIO BiDi and more TGNS102Have you seen the new WebDrive.io BiDi protocol feature in action? What Can Copilot's Earliest Users Teach Us About Generative AI at Work? And how can ChatGpt be used as a test data generation tool? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of November 19. Sp Grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:22 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:43 released NightwatchJS v3.3.0! https://testguild.me/mgfqxo 1:32 WebdriverIO Bidi protocol. https://testguild.me/4bow4s...
2023-11-2109 minTestGuild News ShowAI LLMs in Testing, Cypress LockDown and more! TGNS98Want an example of a practical application of AI in enhancing user engagement and experience? Or have you heard about a crowd-sourced experiment that used LLMs for testing And what feature was just released that Enhances Web App Testing with Microsoft Playwright Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Oct 8. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:25 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:44 Opsera Secures $12M Funding to Boost AI i...
2023-10-0909 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSpeaker Pitches (Vote Now) Automation Guild 2024 with Joe ColantonioIn this Test Guild Automation Podcast episode, we're pulling back the curtains to unveil a community-driven spectacle, setting the stage for the 8th Annual Online Automation Guild event, slated for February 5-9, 2024. We embark on a yearly journey with our Guild members to carve out a space where automation in testing technology, innovation, and community spirit converge. We listen intently, gathering insights and struggles, to tailor an experience that's not just an event but a gathering of learning, growth, and connection. This episode is a call to all Guild members! We've sifted through t...
2023-10-0919 minTestGuild Automation PodcastConfidently Deliver Quality Software with Joel MontveliskyIn today's episode, titled "Confidently Delivering Quality Software," our host, Joe Colantonio, is joined by Joel Montvelisky, the co-founder and chief solution architect of PractiTest. Joel brings a wealth of experience in the field of Quality Assurance, having worked in various roles and countries since 1997. In this riveting discussion, Joel emphasizes the importance of the need to trace back to user stories and requirements when making automation and test case decisions. He proposes a more intelligent approach to testing coverage and the development of a centralized and organized execution and reporting engine to address the challenge of consolidating information...
2023-09-2436 minTestGuild News ShowAI Test Army, Call for Speakers and More TGNS95What are some Lessons learned using an AI army to test Microsoft Office? Playwright vs. Cypress for REST API Automated Tests: Who Comes Out on Top? What API security startup just raised $6M? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Sep 10. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Link 0:21 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:40 Lessons learned using an Al army https://testguild.me/g7fj55 1:51 TestGuild Call for Speakers https://testguild.com/c...
2023-09-1109 minTestGuild Automation PodcastThe Key to Mobile Testing (Hint: Analyze, Analyze, Analyze) with Simona DomazetoskaWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of mobile testing. In today's episode, we have a special guest, Simona Domazetoska from Tricentis, joining our host, Joe Colantonio, to discuss the future of mobile testing, AI, and accessibility. Simona brings over five years of experience in the software quality assurance industry, specializing in leveraging mobile and AI test automation technologies for IT modernization. Simona and Joe explore strategies for scaling mobile application testing in enterprise environments. Throughout the episode, they uncover various variables that can impact the performance of a...
2023-09-0329 minTestGuild News ShowGremlins, Bears, and Limas in Automation, Oh My! TGNS94Have you seen the new Gremlin Chaos Engineering certification? What company did Smartbear just acquire? And will Meta's new Llama language model change automation testing coding forever? Find out in the episode of the Test Guild News Show for the week of August 27. So grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this! Time News Title Rocket Link 0:18 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:36 SmartBear to Acquire Stoplight https://testguild.me/3o0yah 2:08 API testing tool called Step CI https://testguild.me/niunm6 3:19 Microsoft Playwright Testing, a new se...
2023-08-2810 minTestGuild Automation PodcastLearning Journeys for Testers with Mark Winteringham and Richard BradshawWelcome back to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In today's episode, "Learning Journeys for Testers," two incredible guests are joining us: Richard Bradshaw, the friendly tester, and Mark Winteringham, the OpsBoss of Testing. Together with our host, Joe Colantonio, they will be discussing an exciting development in the testing space: learning journeys for testers. Discover how learning journeys are curated, narrated, on-demand experiences that combine new and existing content, helping you learn automation at your own pace and practically apply your knowledge. During the episode, our guests will delve into building these unique learning journeys. They'll discuss how they're currently...
2023-08-2734 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSecure Automation Testing at Scale Leveraging SBOX with Michael Palotas and Lee WalshWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by automation experts Lee Walsh and Michael Palotas to discuss the fascinating world of secure automation testing at scale, leveraging the power of Sbox. Michael, the Head of Product at Element 34, brings his wealth of experience from companies like eBay and Intel, while Lee, the Director of Customer Success at Element 34, adds his expertise from his time at BrowserStack.Throughout the conversation, the guests explore the importance of security and compliance in automation testing, the benefits and challenges of using different test tools like Selenium...
2023-08-2132 minTestGuild Automation PodcastCreating Process to Enable Quality Automation with Ben OconisWelcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In this episode titled "Ben Creating Processes to Enable Quality Automation," our host Joe Colantonio sits down with Ben Oconis, the head of QA at Storyblocks. Join us as Ben reflects on his journey in developing tools for observability and shares valuable insights into promoting quality throughout the organization. Ben sheds light on his challenges, from experiencing both an excess and a lack of tools at different times to prioritizing data and observability to understand and address issues. Throughout the episode, Ben emphasizes the importance of proactive monitoring, retroactive analysis, and having conversations...
2023-08-1328 minTestGuild News ShowTrailblazers of Technology: Quality Engineering, Automation Growth, and AI Innovations TGNS91How can you Unlock & Transform Quality Engineering? Is Selenium 4.11 might be the most important release in years? And what is Bits AI? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Aug 6. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time Title Url 0:16 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:35 Quality Engineering Webinar https://testguild.me/r5oq4c 1:49 TestGrid Funding https://testguild.me/mk2bxc 2:46 Selenium 4.11 https://testguild.me/bc8kcp 4:11 Playwright Reports Azure Devops https://testguild.me/tgnape 5:18 De...
2023-08-0809 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAutomation Score Card Quiz (What's Your Score?) with Joe ColantonioIn this episode, discover how to unlock test automation success focusing on six areas every automation engineer needs to master. Listen in as we explore six critical areas of test automation to learn a unique scorecard method to evaluate and improve your tests. What's your score? You can find out now at https://testguild.com/score. You can also apply these concepts to your automation test regardless of what tools you are using. Whether you're a novice just dipping your toes into the world of automation testing or an experienced tester looking to level up, this episode is invaluable...
2023-07-3015 minTestGuild News ShowTesting Landscape Transformed: AI, API and ERP Trends TGNS89How can you use Generative AI for good, and how some are exploiting it for criminal purposes? Why is there a surge in the need for ERP testing? And what tool is leading the way to the rise of Testing Platforms as the norm? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of July 23rd. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Link 0:21 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:40 Postbot is now in ope...
2023-07-2510 minTestGuild Automation PodcastE2E Innovation at Scale: Unleashing The TestGrid AI Testing Platform with Harry RaoOn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Harry Rao, the innovative Founder, and CEO of TestGrid, a company redefining the future of software testing. TestGrid, a unique, end-to-end platform, offers an array of testing services, including mobile app, cross-browser, performance, and API testing, all streamlined under one roof. Their groundbreaking approach centers on codeless automation capabilities, saving time, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency. Throughout the podcast, Harry highlights the transformative role of AI in the testing landscape. Notably, TestGrid's AI system expedites the process of writing test cases, potentially trimming the...
2023-07-2330 minTestGuild News ShowAI in Testing, Magic Quadrant, Tylor Swift is Back and More TGNS88How do you Integrate AI with Software Testing? Want to know what one of the better BDD frameworks is And what tool ranked highest on the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Application Performance Monitoring and Observability? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of {July 16}. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this.g Time News Title Rocket Link 00:20 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 00:39 Implementing POM design pattern https://testguild.me/jm4yxf 1:42 Testing Bolt on AI https...
2023-07-1809 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAI-Assisted Testing Platforms with Todd McNealIn this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio and guest Todd McNeal co-founder of Reflect, an AI-assisted test automation platform. Delve into the revolutionary features of Reflect, an all-encompassing automation tool. They discuss how Reflect, utilizing AI, enhances onboarding processes and resolves selector issues in automation. The conversation covers the tool's capabilities, including adding assertions, enabling independent actions, and validating input steps. They also discuss the importance of visual validation and the integration of chatbot, GPT, and AI technologies for creating resilient tests. The episode underscores Reflect's unique offering of pairing API calls with UI calls...
2023-07-1630 minTestGuild News ShowCodeless Automation Trends, Appium, PerfOps, and More TGNS87What trends have I been seeing that may mean codeless automation testing is the future? Have you heard the latest on Appium? And what is PerfOps? Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of July 9th. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:16 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:35 Applitools Acquires Preflight https://testguild.me/9wf6vl 1:59 API TESTING WITH NIGHTWATCH https://testguild.me/mj76g3 2:52 Appium 2.0 is here! https://testguild.me/8v0lz9 3:47 Appium plugin gestures https://testguild.me/dv0chc 4:49 HTMX: Beyond HTML ht...
2023-07-1210 minTestGuild News ShowAI Assistance Test Tooling, Burp Suite GPT, Oracle Performance Testing and More TGNS86Have you seen this New New AI-Powered Test Development Assistant? Want to know what your Automation Scorecard Assessment Score is? And what are some new security tools and AI features that are a must-have? Find out in this episode of the Automation in DevSecOps New Shows for the week of June 25th. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Time News Title Rocket Link 0:21 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:42 Katalon StudioAssist https://testguild.me/rpw7nt 2:27 Nightwatch 3 https://testguild.me/ff7cn2 3:52 Automation Testi...
2023-06-2709 minTestGuild Automation PodcastAI-Powered Tools in Software Testing: A Deep-Dive using Katalon with Mush HondaOn this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio talks with Mush Honda, the Chief Quality Architect at Katalon, about AI-powered tools in software testing. They discuss Katalon, an AI-augmented test automation platform, and how AI can optimize and enhance the humanistic process of software delivery without replacing human testers. The episode covers Katalon's Studios features like Self-Healing, Test Failure Analysis, Autonomous Script Generation, and more, all of which use ML models to generate automation code based on typed scenarios, making test scripts more streamlined and readable. Mush also highlights the benefits of autonomous test generation, enabling developers...
2023-06-2538 minTestGuild News ShowInnovation in QA: Leveraging AI, Chrome Testing, Real-Time Selector Change Detection TGNS85Want to know a free tool for Improving Automation Stability: Detecting Selector Changes in Real-Time? What is Chrome Test? Is it possible to Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for QA and Testing Digital Health Products? Find out in this episode of the Automation in DevSecOps New Shows for the week of June 18th. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. time News Title Link 0:20 Applitoools FREE Account Offer https://applitools.info/joe 0:38 Navigating the Challenges of Testing at Scale https://applitools.info/hkd 1:34 Chrome for Testing https://testguild.me/e...
2023-06-2009 minTestGuild Automation PodcastSelenium Love Letter and Book with Joe ColantonioIn this episode, folks like Simon Stewart, Corina Pip, Paul Grossman, Igor Dorovskikh, Noemi Ferrera, Srinivasan Sekar, Sai Krishna, Emily Kjos, Andy Knight, Titus Fortner, Robin Gupta, Benjamin Bischoff, Manoj Kumar Kumar and more share what Selenium means to them. Also, get some insights into my new book Automation Awesomeness: 260 actionable affirmations to Improve your QA and automation testing skills and why you need to get yourself and your team some copies now: https://testguild.com/getbook
2023-06-1125 minTestGuild Automation PodcastLess waiting, More Testing with Geetha AchutuniOn this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, guest speaker Geetha Achutuni joins host Joe Colantonio to share her ten tips on reducing test execution times. Among the tips she discusses are smart weights for consistency across applications, the advantages of using APIs instead of UI interactions, and the importance of proper data structures for code optimization. Githa also emphasizes the need for teams to check their code for validity periodically and to avoid creating new browser sessions or launching new browsers for every scenario. Discover how to achieve more testing with less waiting - listen up.
2023-05-2126 minTestGuild Automation PodcastEvolution Of Testing to AI and TestOps with Nikita FedorovOn this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Nikita Fedorov, founder of Qase.io, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of software testing and the increasing use of AI. They cover topics such as the evolution of testing, using generative AI for automation test case creation, the emergence of TestOps, and the importance of human feedback for successful AI usage. They also explore the benefits of cloud solutions over self-hosted ones and touch on Case's platform, which offers manual and automated testing with integrations and analytics. Tune in to hear more actionable end-to-end automation ad...
2023-05-1330 minTestGuild Automation PodcastCall for Speakers and Guild CoursesWant to share your test automation expertise with the world, or are you looking for some free testing mini-courses? In this episode, Joe Colantonio, founder of the Test Guild, shares how to apply to be a speaker at the 2023 automation guild (http://guildspeaker.com/). Also, get a sneak peek into some free mini-course available on the TestGuild platform, like Selenium 4 with Simon Stewart, AI + Automation with Shannon Lee, Accessibility Testing: Using Cypress w/Pragati Sharma, Performance Exploration For Testers w/MarkTomlinson, qTest demo and more.
2022-09-1126 min
TestGuild Security Testing PodcastIntroduction to the TestGuild Security Testing PodcastWhy another podcast on security and security testing? Listen in to discover what the TestGuild Security Podcast is all about. Our goal is to help you succeed with all your security testing efforts.
2019-12-0617 min