From Automation to Intelligence & Understanding JEP 500 in Java

Topic 1 : Title : From Automation to Intelligence: Rethinking Software Testing with AI
Abstract : This session provides a practical understanding of test automation fundamentals, including the selection of tools, frameworks, and strategies required to build scalable and maintainable solutions. It explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming automation through intelligent test generation, improved defect detection, and reduced manual effort. At the same time, it critically examines the limitations of AI-driven testing, highlighting the need for a human-in-the-loop approach to ensure functional correctness, meaningful coverage, and production relevance. . Attendees will gain actionable guidance on applying best practices to design efficient, adaptive, and reliable automation systems.
Speaker Bio : Geetha is a QA Lead with experience in application testing, L3 support, performance testing, and quality assurance leadership. She is currently part of the IBM Java Runtimes team at India Software Labs and holds 5 filed patents. She is an active speaker at forums like DevConf, Quality Symposium, and Polyglot Meetups.

Topic 2 : The End of “Almost Immutable”: Understanding JEP 500 in Java
Abstract : Java is getting stricter about what final really means. JEP 500 moves Java toward stronger integrity by limiting deep reflection-based mutation of final fields, making applications safer, more predictable, and easier for the JVM to optimize. In this talk, we’ll explore why this change matters, what breaks, and how developers can prepare for the future of Java
Speaker Bio: Shruthi is a technology enthusiast and software professional passionate about Java and modern software engineering practices. She is a Software Engineer in IBM Java Runtimes Class Library team at IBM India Software Lab, where she works on building and improving Java runtime technologies.