Practical Applications of GenAI for Automated Testing | Washington Meetup

The Test Tribe 1st Washington Meetup – Practical Applications of GenAI for Automated Testing
AI isn’t just changing software-it’s changing how we test it.
Join us at The Test Tribe’s 1st Washington Meetup for an exciting deep dive into how Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the future of test automation. Led by Hal Deranek, Principal of Quality Engineering at Slalom Build, this session will move beyond the buzz and into the practical applications of GenAI in modern QA practices.

📅 Event Details
Date: 8th September 2025 (Monday)
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Local Time
Venue: TBA
Session: Practical Applications of GenAI for Automated Testing
Speaker: Hal Deranek – Principal of Quality Engineering, Slalom Build

Session Overview
Generative AI is everywhere-but what does it really mean for testing?
In this session, Hal Deranek will guide us through the evolution of testing, the current state of GenAI, and its impact on quality engineering. Expect a practical, hands-on perspective with a real-world case study on writing scripts with GenAI and a live demonstration of applying GenAI directly to code.
This talk isn’t just about theory-it’s about walking away with ideas you can apply in your testing practice today.

About the Speaker
Hal Deranek is Principal of Quality Engineering at Slalom Build, where his leadership has shaped the future of QE through strategic innovation and mentorship. He has architected solutions for clients across industries, led global QE teams, and designed test automation frameworks for diverse platforms.

Hal’s work includes developing scalable training programs, defining best practices, and fostering a culture of growth that empowers both people and projects to exceed expectations. With deep expertise in quality engineering and a passion for communication, Hal brings a unique perspective on how to apply GenAI meaningfully in testing.

🌟 Why You Should Attend

• Understand the real role of GenAI in modern testing
• See a live demonstration of AI-assisted testing in action
• Learn how to integrate GenAI into your QA strategies
• Connect with Washington’s QA and tech community at our very first meetup

About The Test Tribe
The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering global testers since 2018. With 400+ events, 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we foster collaboration, upskilling, and career growth through expert-led courses, memberships, cohorts, and community gatherings.

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This is your chance to be part of Washington’s first Test Tribe meetup-where AI meets QA, and the future of testing takes shape.