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**The Test Tribe 9th Toronto Meetup – Breaking Down Automation Frameworks: Building Blocks for Better Testing**

Strong frameworks build strong quality foundations.
Join us at The Test Tribe’s 9th Toronto Meetup for an insightful session led by Twinkle Joshi, where we’ll break down what truly makes an automation framework effective, scalable, and adaptable. This talk will explore how well-designed frameworks enable faster feedback, improved reliability, and smarter collaboration between teams—turning automation into a sustainable pillar of quality.

**Event Details**

* Date: 29th October 2025 (Wednesday)
* Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
* Venue: 49 Front Street East, 2nd Floor Suite 200, Toronto, Ontario, M5E 1B3, Canada
* Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Fdzuk5aSzWtY51k9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Fdzuk5aSzWtY51k9)

Big thanks to **Viv Technologies** for partnering with us as our venue host for the upcoming meetup

**Session**: Breaking Down Automation Frameworks: Building Blocks for Better Testing
**Speaker**: Twinkle Joshi

**Session Overview:**
Behind every great test automation effort lies a great framework. But as teams scale, integrate CI/CD, and adopt AI-driven tools, frameworks must evolve too. In this session, Twinkle Joshi will unpack the essential components of robust automation frameworks—from architecture and design principles to maintainability, reporting, and intelligent test generation.

Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how to build frameworks that don’t just automate tests, but actively accelerate learning, collaboration, and quality outcomes across engineering teams.

**Key Takeaways**

* Core design principles of modern automation frameworks
* How to align framework design with CI/CD and agile delivery
* Using AI-assisted automation to expand coverage and efficiency
* Strategies for maintainability, scalability, and long-term ROI
* Lessons from building automation frameworks across diverse tech stacks

**About the Speaker**
Twinkle Joshi brings over a decade of expertise in test automation, quality engineering, and agile product leadership. She has built automation frameworks from the ground up, embedded testing seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines, and championed reliable, scalable releases that balance speed with quality.

A strong advocate of AI-assisted test generation, Twinkle explores how intelligent automation can expand coverage and accelerate delivery. Her experience spans full-stack development, microservices, and frontend performance, giving her a unique perspective on designing automation frameworks for versatility and impact.

Beyond engineering, Twinkle is an IEEE Senior Member, published researcher, and hackathon judge. She is passionate about mentorship, community building, and shaping the future of testing through innovation and collaboration.

**Why You Should Attend**

* Learn how to architect automation frameworks that scale
* Discover how AI can enhance your testing strategies
* Connect with fellow QA professionals and automation experts in Toronto
* Gain practical insights you can apply to your next release cycle

**About The Test Tribe**
The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 400+ events and 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we bring software testers together to learn, grow, and connect through expert-led courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.
By RSVPing, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and consent to be contacted by The Test Tribe and our event partners.

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**The Test Tribe 4th Denver Meetup – QA Horror Stories and How Not to Become a Headline**

Every tester has a story that sends chills down the spine — but the best ones come with lessons learned.

Join us at The Test Tribe’s 4th Denver Meetup for a fun, candid, and eye-opening session with David Ingraham, as we dive into some of the most memorable QA horror stories from the trenches of software development. From production crashes to data wipeouts, these tales remind us that quality isn’t just about catching bugs — it’s about building habits, awareness, and resilience to prevent them in the first place.

**Event Details**

* Date: 30th October 2025 (Thursday)
* Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM MDT
* Venue: Code Talent (Venue Partner)

**Session:** QA Horror Stories and How Not to Become a Headline
**Speaker:** David Ingraham

**Session Overview:**
We’ve all been there — a test missed, a deployment gone wrong, or a bug that somehow slipped through and wreaked havoc. In this session, David Ingraham brings together real-world QA horror stories that are equal parts shocking and educational. Through these tales, we’ll uncover the red flags we often ignore, discuss practical strategies to catch issues early, and explore how to foster a team culture that learns fast, recovers faster, and avoids repeating the same mistakes.

**Key Takeaways**

* Recognize common warning signs before small bugs become big problems
* Build better testing habits that minimize production risks
* Create a team culture of accountability and continuous learning

**About the Speaker**

David Ingraham is a seasoned QA professional passionate about building robust testing cultures and preventing costly software failures before they happen. With years of experience in quality engineering and team leadership, David brings a mix of humor, honesty, and hard-won insights to every story he tells helping teams learn, laugh, and level up their approach to quality.

**Why You Should Attend**

* Learn from real QA mishaps and how to avoid them
* Discover practical ways to strengthen your testing process
* Connect with the Denver QA and tech community

**About The Test Tribe**

The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 400+ events and 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we bring software testers together to learn, grow, and connect through expert-led courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.

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The Test Tribe 2nd Chicago Meetup

**Event Details**
Date: 4th November 2025 (Thursday)​
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT​
Venue: Training Room, Association Forum
Location: 10 S Riverside Plaza #800, Chicago, IL 60606, United States​
Maps: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/gurNwDf9ddU9Edq69](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gurNwDf9ddU9Edq69)

**Session: The Future of Testing: Evolving Tools, Timeless Skills**
Speaker: Anton Podovalov, Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Engineer Up

**Session Overview:**
As AI, automation, and low-code platforms reshape how software is built and tested, the role of testers is evolving faster than ever. Modern tools can now generate test cases, self-heal scripts, and even predict defects, enabling teams to move at unprecedented speed. Yet these advancements bring new challenges — demanding that testers adapt, think strategically, and redefine what quality truly means in an intelligent ecosystem.
True quality still depends on timeless fundamentals: critical thinking, curiosity, and a deep understanding of user and business needs. The future of testing belongs to professionals who can blend technical innovation with human insight, ensuring that as tools evolve, the purpose of testing — delivering trust and value — remains unchanged.
This is a session for testers, automation engineers, and QA leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve, future-proof their careers, and discover how AI can become a true partner in building better software.

**Key Takeaways**
Understand how AI, automation, and low-code technologies are transforming the testing landscape.
• Learn why core testing fundamentals — critical thinking, curiosity, and risk awareness — remain essential despite rapid tool evolution.
• Discover how to future-proof your QA career by balancing technical innovation with strong analytical and domain skills.
• Gain insights into the evolving role of testers as quality strategists in an AI-driven world.

**About the Speaker**
Anton Podovalov is a Senior Lead QA Automation Engineer with extensive experience in automation, performance, and data quality testing across enterprise-scale systems. He has led quality initiatives at major organizations like Kraft Heinz, driving improvements in test strategy, data accuracy, and process efficiency. Passionate about the evolution of testing, Anton combines hands-on expertise with a forward-looking perspective on how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping the QA landscape. His mission is to help testers bridge the gap between modern tools and timeless testing fundamentals to build smarter, more resilient quality practices.

**Why You Should Attend**

* Discover how AI can simplify and supercharge your testing
* Get practical insights into applying AI in real-world automation
* Connect with the Chicago QA community at our very first meetup!

**About The Test Tribe**
The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 400+ events and 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we bring software testers together to learn, grow, and connect through expert-led courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.

By RSVPing, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and consent to be contacted by The Test Tribe and our event partners.
Join this session to discover how AI can become your testing partner, helping you design smarter, test faster, and deliver with greater confidence.

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**The Test Tribe 7th Vancouver Meetup – Configure and Launch Appium Sessions in 30 Minutes**
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Speed meets precision - automate smarter, not harder.
​Join us at The Test Tribe’s 7th Vancouver Meetup for a hands-on session with **Lana Begunova**, Founder & CEO of **Lady Daisy Bug**, as she walks you through setting up and launching Appium sessions from scratch in under 30 minutes! Whether you’re new to mobile test automation or looking to streamline your existing setup, this session will help you simplify configurations, avoid common pitfalls, and get your tests running faster than ever.

​**Event Details**

* ​**Date:** 5th November 2025 (Wednesday)
* ​**Time:** 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM PST
* ​**Venue:** Thinkific, 369 Terminal Ave #400, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C4
* ​**Maps:**[ https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dm4Cuc2wY55jRs6w7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dm4Cuc2wY55jRs6w7)

​**Session:** Configure and Launch Appium Sessions in 30 Minutes
​**Speaker:** Lana Begunova, Founder & CEO, Lady Daisy Bug
​**Session Overview:** Appium is one of the most powerful tools for mobile test automation but getting started can often feel overwhelming. In this session, Lana Begunova will break down the process of configuring and launching Appium sessions efficiently, helping you build reliable automation with confidence. Learn how to handle dependencies, connect devices, and kick off tests seamlessly across platforms all in less than half an hour.

​**Key Takeaways**

* ​Step-by-step guide to setting up Appium from scratch
* ​Common setup challenges and how to overcome them
* ​Tips to optimize mobile automation workflows
* ​Fast, reliable execution strategies for both Android and iOS

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**About the Speaker**
**Lana Begunova** is the Founder and CEO of **Lady Daisy Bug**, a company focused on innovative test automation solutions and education. With a strong background in quality engineering and a passion for empowering testers, Lana specializes in simplifying complex automation processes and mentoring teams to achieve efficiency and confidence in their QA practices.
​[LinkedIn Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanabegunova/)
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**Why You Should Attend**

* ​Learn how to configure and launch Appium tests quickly and effectively
* ​Gain practical, hands-on insights you can apply immediately
* ​Connect with the vibrant Vancouver QA and automation community
* ​Sharpen your mobile testing skills and level up your automation game

​**About The Test Tribe**
​The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 400+ events and 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we bring software testers together to learn, grow, and connect through expert-led courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.
​By RSVPing, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy and consent to be contacted by The Test Tribe and our event partners.

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## **The Test Tribe 5th San Francisco Meetup – The Future of the QA Engineer**

**📅 Date:** 6th November 2025 (Thursday)
**🕕 Time:** 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST
**📍 Venue:** Personalis, Inc.
6600 Dumbarton Cir, Fremont, CA 94555, United States
**📍 Maps:**[ https://maps.app.goo.gl/U2Dqy9zRnpQh7Pp77](https://maps.app.goo.gl/U2Dqy9zRnpQh7Pp77)
**Panel Discussion: The Future of the QA Engineer – From Tester to AI Strategist**
**Moderator:** Stephen Fairclough, Vice President, Informatics at Personalis
**Panelists:**

* **Aprajita Mathur,** Software Test Engineering at Guardant Health
* **Nidhi Jain**, Software Developer at Roche
* **Krutik Poojara**, Product Security at Verizon

**About the Discussion**
The QA Engineer’s role is rapidly transforming in the era of Artificial Intelligence. This panel brings together experienced industry professionals and leaders to explore how quality engineering is evolving—from manual testing to AI-driven strategy.
Together, they’ll discuss the changing expectations from QA teams, how AI is reshaping quality practices, and what it means to be a “QA Engineer of the future.”
This conversation will help you understand how to stay ahead of the curve as the testing landscape shifts toward automation, intelligence, and strategic influence.
**About the Moderator**
**Stephen Fairclough** is a mission-driven people leader with over 20 years of experience leading diverse teams across scientific discovery, product development, clinical operations, and commercialization in academic, government, and commercial settings.
He is accomplished in developing teams and growing leaders to deliver on business goals, launch products, and drive market growth. A charismatic and inspirational communicator, Stephen effectively represents organizations to external stakeholders and investors.

**Session 2: What’s New in Playwright – Meet the Agents**
**Speaker:** Renata Andrade
In this session, we’ll explore the **new Playwright Agents** introduced in version 1.56. Playwright, a powerful automation framework, now includes its own intelligent agents:

* **The Planner** – explores your app and produces a Markdown test plan
* **The Generator** – transforms that plan into Playwright test files
* **The Healer** – executes the test suite and automatically repairs failing tests

We’ll experiment with different scenarios and discuss the best ways to use these agents effectively.
**About the Speaker**
**Renata Andrade** is a Software Quality Engineer with over 18 years of experience, passionate about solving complex challenges. Originally from Brazil and now based in San Francisco, she’s deeply involved in the global testing community.
After years of contributing to the Brazilian IT scene—teaching technology to kids, organizing meetups, and hosting conferences—Renata continues to share her expertise through her platform[ ](https://testingwithrenata.com)[testingwithrenata.com](http://testingwithrenata.com) and by mentoring aspiring professionals worldwide.
Outside of work, Renata practices Acroyoga and Slackline, loves dancing, and enjoys a vegan lifestyle. Her favorite food is broccoli—and interestingly, she doesn’t like coffee!
**Key Takeaways**

* Understand how AI is transforming the QA role
* Learn what it takes to move from tester to AI strategist
* Hear real-world experiences and frameworks from industry leaders
* Discover how to future-proof your QA career in an AI-driven world

**About The Test Tribe**
**The Test Tribe** is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With **400+ events** and **120K+ members** across **130+ countries**, we bring software testers together to learn, grow, and connect through expert-led courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.
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