TestJam 2024: Transforming Testing!

Welcome to TestJam 2024! Are you ready to explore the future of testing and discover how we can Transform Testing? In today’s development process, testing plays a crucial role. At TestJam 2024, you will have the chance to learn from industry experts, participate in interactive workshops, and expand your professional network. The event is designed to provide valuable insights and practical knowledge, whether you are an experienced tester or new to the field.

TestJam 2024 is the perfect opportunity to enhance your testing skills and stay ahead of industry trends. Don’t miss out on this chance to be at the forefront of testing evolution. Join us and take part in transforming the future of testing!

What’s on the agenda?

• 16:30 – 17:00 – Registration
• 17:00 – 17:55 – Welcome and Keynote 1: AI Powered by Quality Engineering
• 17:55 – 18:40 – Food, drinks and games
• 18:45 – 19:30 – Workshops: How to prompt with GenAi & Mastering Code Quality with Robocop in Robot Framework
• 19:30 – 20:00 – Talks: TestOps: A Journey to Story-Based Releases & Abstract Back to Basics!
• 20:00 – 20:45 – Keynote 2: Testing in the digital age; AI makes the difference
• 20:45 – 21:15 – Drinks, networking and games

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Keynote 1: AI Powered by Quality Engineering

by David Ramer

This presentation delves into the transformative potential of Generative AI in the realm of software testing. As we explore the challenges and bottlenecks within the testing lifecycle, we’ll uncover how GenAI can revolutionize these processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. From requirements analysis to regression testing, discover how AI-driven solutions streamline workflows, improve test coverage, and reduce defects. Join us as we navigate the future of quality engineering, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Keynote 2: Testing in the digital age; AI makes the difference

by Tom van de Ven

AI is now ubiquitous in products and services, prompting questions about its testing and quality. Classical testing is reactive, needing a system to test first. Today, we gather data during both testing and product operation, known as test monitoring, which shortens defect detection time but only finds issues as they occur. Predictive testing, enhanced by AI, offers a proactive approach. Curious to learn more? Join us for an insightful exploration of the five steps to transition from classical testing to predictive quality!

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Workshop 1: How to prompt with GenAi

by Rikkert Wijrdeman

ChatGPT, CoPilot, and other large language models (LLMs) are now well-known concepts. However, crafting an effective prompt is a skill in itself. Why is this sometimes a challenge? Are you ready to discover new skills? Let’s explore, through simple examples, how we can simplify this process for ourselves!

Workshop 2: Mastering Code Quality with Robocop in Robot Framework 

by Milan Oskamp & Elout van Leeuwen

During this interactive workshop you will explore how to use and customize Robocop, a static code analysis tool for Robot Framework. As a result, you will have a solid understanding of how to improve the quality of the Robot Framework code and how to customize Robocop to fit their specific needs. This leads to more maintainable, readable, and reliable automated tests or tasks. Join us for this exciting journey to master code quality with Robocop in Robot Framework!

Please note: Basic knowledge of Robot Framework is recommended for this workshop and needs to be installed together with Robocop prior to this workshop.

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Talk 1: TestOps: A Journey to Story-Based Releases

by Mazin Inaad

Continuous deployment of small, incremental changes is achievable for everyone! Mazin will take you on a journey of implementing a robust test strategy in the public domain, leading to story-based releases. Discover how he created a development process that supports the test strategy. How was it embraced by development teams? Learn how Mazin overcame the challenges of end-to-end testing before merging a story and how he enabled isolated testing of stories in dynamic development environments, significantly reducing maintenance. Get ready to dive into the world of story-based releases!

Talk 2: Abstract Back to Basics!

by Huib Schoots

I’m concerned! Testers often can’t explain how they work, what to test, or when to stop. How do testers decide what to test? When have they tested enough? These tough questions are often overlooked due to short sprints. We need to get back to basics: testers need to learn how to test. Join Huib to experience how to test better, faster, and cheaper with excellent results by mastering fundamental skills!