Name: QA x UX + Mapping the QA Tools Ecosystem - 17th Porto Meetup
Start: 2025-08-13T17:30:00.000Z
Location: Visma Tech

**IMPORTANT: This event is only for working professionals. Students will not be able to make the most of it.**

Hello Testers,
After the passionate response to one of our past offline events in other cities, we’re here to bring you all together in NCR!

We’ve brought The Test Tribe 30th NCR Meetup to all of you!

**Excited To Know When It’s Happening?**
Date: **2nd August, 2025**
Time: **10:30 AM to 01:30 PM IST**
Venue: **91Springboard Sector 1, Noida**
C2, Sector 1, Block C, Sector 1, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301

Session #1: **Disturbing Trends in QA-2025**
Disturbing Trends in QA: What We’re Getting Wrong About Software Quality”
In an era of rapid releases and AI-powered tools, quality should be rising — yet confidence is falling.
This talk explores a few disturbing trends that are quietly undermining software quality in modern teams.
From over-automated test suites to the misuse of metrics, we’ll unpack the real root causes.
You’ll hear why flaky tests aren’t your biggest problem — shallow thinking might be.
We’ll challenge the myth that more automation = more quality.
We’ll uncover how hiring practices and missing career ladders are failing QA talent.
And we’ll examine why AI is only as smart as the prompts — and the mindset — behind it.
Expect a candid, data-backed, and deeply reflective conversation on where QA is headed.
If you care about quality beyond the test case, this talk is for you.

**Key Takeaways**
1\. Why high test coverage might be the most dangerous number in your QA dashboard\.
2\. The silent pattern behind flaky tests\, shallow bugs\, and “surprise” production failures\.
3\. What most teams get wrong about automation\, even after scaling it\.
4\. The hidden talent trap inside your QA org — and why your best testers might already be leaving\.

**About Speaker**
Sunit Bose, Director of Engineering payments at BharatPe
Sunit Bose brings over 15 years of experience driving resilience, scaling operations, and leading transformation at top Indian fintech and edtech companies. He’s held key roles at BharatPe, Paytm, and Extramarks, helping some of India’s fastest-moving brands thrive under pressure and adapt to change. Sunit is known for building strong teams and enabling rapid business growth through innovation and strategic vision.

**About The Test Tribe:**
The Test Tribe is the World’s Largest Software Testing Community, empowering global testers since 2018. We drive upskilling and growth through Expert Courses, Memberships, Cohorts, Mixers, and Events. With 270+ events and 120K+ members in 130+ countries, we foster collaboration, learning, and career growth.
​Check out our upcoming Events list [here](https://www.thetesttribe.com/events)
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91 Springboard C2, Sector 1, Block C, Sector 1, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301

Hello Testers,

After the passionate response to our past offline events in other cities, we’re here to bring you all together in Mumbai!

We’ve brought The Test Tribe 30th Mumbai Meetup to all of you.
Excited to Know When It’s Happening?

**Date: 2nd August 2025**
**Time: 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM IST**
**Venue: 91Springboard Lotus**
No.20 Plot No. D, 5th Rd, Shree Krishna Nagar, Marol MIDC Industry Estate, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400093

**Defining Done for QA : How Much Testing Is Enough?**

Defining Done for QA : How Much Testing Is Enough? explores how QA teams can confidently determine the point at which testing can stop without compromising quality. The session uncovers the balance between risk, coverage, business value, and resource efficiency, so teams can release with clarity and confidence.
The discussion emphasizes how to align test coverage with stakeholder expectations and how to avoid both under- and over-testing through smart, context-driven quality criteria.

**Key Takeaways**
1\. What does “Done” mean in the context of QA?
2\. Balancing risk\, test coverage\, and release timelines\.
3\. Practical checklists and metrics to know when testing is “enough”\.

**About the Speaker:**
[Sagar Gaikwad](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagar-gaikwadqamanager/), Associate Head QA
Sagar Gaikwad is the Associate QA Head at KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd, bringing over 14+ years of experience in Quality Engineering and Test Leadership. Throughout his career, he has built, mentored, and led high-performing QA teams across diverse domains—guiding them through the evolution from manual testing to automation and now to AI-driven quality practices.
Sagar’s expertise spans quality strategy, team scaling, test automation, and embedding QA deeply within the software development lifecycle. His passion lies in shifting quality left, ensuring QA is proactive rather than reactive, and leveraging AI tools to accelerate testing outcomes.
For Sagar, testing is not just about finding bugs; it’s about delivering confidence, usability, and real business value to the end user.
Beyond work, he actively mentors aspiring testers and explores emerging technology trends. At today’s session, he’ll share actionable insights and real-world lessons on defining “Done” in QA-how much testing is truly enough.

**Apart From Everything Above, We Got Many More Remarkable Opportunities:**
\- To meet like\-minded people
\- Conversations with other testers
\- Discussion on impressive testing tools & topics
\- Talking about the challenges facing as a testers
\- Quick chat opportunity\, where one can speak out about testing for 100 seconds

**About The Test Tribe:**
The Test Tribe is the **World’s Largest Software Testing Community,** empowering global testers since 2018. We drive upskilling and growth through Expert Courses, Memberships, Cohorts, Mixers, and Events. With **430+ events** and **120K+ members in 130+ countries**, we foster collaboration, learning, and career growth.

​Check out our upcoming Events list [here](https://www.thetesttribe.com/events/) . Join thousands of other Testers in the [community](https://discord.gg/qAUBd2vP).

By RSVPing this event, you agree to have read our [Terms and Conditions](https://www.thetesttribe.com/website-terms-conditions/) and the [Privacy Policy](https://www.thetesttribe.com/our-privacy-policy/) and also agree to be contacted by us and BrowserStack, with whom we are collaborating for this event.

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We're excited to announce a Webinar for our **North America community**: "**Operationalizing AI** \- Lessons Learned from our Journey from a Team of One to All\-Company" by **Melissa Tondi.**

**When is it happening?**
**12th August 2025 \| Tuesday \| 12 PM EST\, 11 AM CST\, 10 AM MST\, 9 AM PST\.**

**What will Melissa speak about:**
Melissa will discuss the practical aspects of operationalizing AI, focusing on scaling solutions and building support with a lean team. She'll cover roadmapping, the "Lab vs. Crowd" method, and effective capacity and growth management to centralize and scale AI within an organization.

**About Melissa Tondi:**
Melissa Tondi is a highly experienced leader in **Quality and Test Engineering**, **Enablement**, and **Agile methodologies**. Currently, she leads **Technology Enablement at CampMinder**, focusing on **Leadership, AI, Agile Enablement, and Quality and Test Engineering**. With over two decades of experience, Melissa is a seasoned professional who actively shapes industry best practices.

**About The Test Tribe:**
The Test Tribe, established in **2018,** is the **world's largest software testing community** and an EdTech startup. We empower testing professionals globally with expert **courses, memberships, events, and community initiatives**, fostering collaboration, learning, and growth. With over **430 events** and a global reach of **120K+ testers from 130+ countries**, our mission is to provide life-altering growth to every testing professional.

By RSVPing to this event, you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://www.thetesttribe.com/website-terms-conditions/) and [Privacy Policy](https://www.thetesttribe.com/our-privacy-policy/), and consent to be contacted by The Test Tribe and our event collaborators, BrowserStack.

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**Testing as a Mindset, Not a Role!**

Testing is evolving - but its essence remains timeless. Join us at The Test Tribe’s 5th Frankfurt Meetup for a thought-provoking session on why testing is not just a role - it’s a mindset. Led by Sukanya Santhanakrishnan, this session will challenge outdated notions of testing and shine a light on the deeper thinking, communication, and care that great testers bring to the table.

**Event Details**

* **Date: 13th August 2025 (Wednesday)**
* **Time: 17:30 - 19:30 CEST**
* **Venue: RIVVERS - FRANKFURT HBF, Baseler Strasse 46-48, 60329, Frankfurt**

**Session -** **Testing as a Mindset, not a Role!**
**Speaker - Sukanya Santhanakrishnan**

**Session Overview -**
Many still think testing is simple or repetitive—something anyone can do. But true testing requires curiosity, critical thinking, domain understanding, and powerful communication. It’s not about clicking through screens; it’s about protecting user experience, business goals, and product integrity.

In this session, Sukanya will guide us through the essential shift: from seeing testing as a task to embracing it as a mindset. Regardless of whether it’s manual, automated, or AI-driven—great testing is built on core principles that technology alone cannot replace.

**Key Takeaways**

* Testing is where curiosity meets quality
* Ask questions - lots of them
* Practice testing as a mindset, not a task
* Master fundamentals instead of chasing every trend
* Share your knowledge and strengthen the community

**About the Speaker**
Sukanya Santhanakrishnan is a passionate student of the software testing, currently working as a Software Verification Engineer at Tecan. With over a decade of experience in the field, she brings deep expertise in quality assurance, testing strategy, and user-centric validation. Sukanya also volunteers as the Frankfurt Chapter Lead at The Test Tribe, where she actively contributes to the testing community through blogs, meetups, and collaborative learning.

**Why You Should Attend**

* Shift your perspective from testing as a task to a quality mindset
* Discover what truly sets impactful testers apart
* Connect with the vibrant Frankfurt testing community
* Learn how to build products that work in the real world—not just ideal conditions

If you're serious about growing as a tester or shaping a quality-driven culture in your team, this is a session you don’t want to miss.

**About The Test Tribe**

The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering global testers since 2018. With over 270 events and 120K+ members in 130+ countries, we foster collaboration, upskilling, and career growth through expert courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.

Testing today is not just about tools - it's about perspective. Let’s navigate the new era of quality together.

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Quality isn’t a single role - it’s a collaborative pursuit.
Join us at The Test Tribe’s 17th Porto Meetup for an engaging evening where we explore two key dimensions of quality—how QA and UX intersect, and how to navigate the ever-expanding QA tools landscape.

**Event Details**
Date: 13th August 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 18:30 (Portugal Time)
Venue: Visma Tech, Rua da Trindade 31, 4000-541 Porto

**Session 1: QA and UX – Differences, Similarities, and Complementary Aspects**
Speaker: Joana Carvalho, QA in Internal Projects at Noesis
Quality and usability go hand in hand—but how exactly do QA and UX roles support each other? In this session, Joana will break down the fundamentals of both disciplines, exploring shared concerns like performance and usability, and what makes each role distinct.
From her unique journey from design to quality, Joana brings insights into how UX and QA collaborate to build more intuitive and reliable products.

Key Takeaways

* Fundamentals of QA
* Fundamentals of UX
* How QA and UX complement each other

**About the Speaker**
Joana Carvalho holds a degree in advertising and has worn many creative hats—from graphic and web designer to UX/UI designer. Her discovery of QA came organically while working at a Brazilian startup, which led her to formally pursue the field. Today, she works at Noesis on internal QA projects, blending creativity and quality to elevate product experiences.
LinkedIn: [Joana on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joana-fcarvalho/)

**Session 2: Mapping the QA Tools Ecosystem**
Speaker: Petronio Bernardino, QA Expert at Noesis
The QA toolbox is ever-growing—but which tools do what, and where do they fit in the testing lifecycle? In this session, Petronio will guide us through the major categories of QA tools, with examples from automation, performance, and test management.
Whether you're starting out in QA or leading a quality team, this map will help you connect the dots between tools and strategy.

Key Takeaways

* QA tools overview
* Test automation tools
* Performance testing tools
* Test management tools

About the Speaker
With over 20 years in tech, Petronio Bernardino began in Business Intelligence and now leads in QA. Beyond his role at Noesis, he trains teams, mentors testers, and shares content across YouTube and Instagram to uplift the QA community. His focus? Making quality approachable, practical, and impactful.
LinkedIn: [Petronio on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/petronio-bernardino/)

Why You Should Attend

* Discover how UX and QA teams can build better products—together
* Learn to navigate the QA tools jungle with clarity and confidence
* Connect with passionate QA professionals in Porto
* Hear from two inspiring voices shaping the quality space today

Whether you're a seasoned tester, a designer stepping into QA, or just curious about what’s next in the world of quality—this evening is packed with actionable insight.

About The Test Tribe
The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering testers globally since 2018. With 400+ events, 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we’re where quality minds come together to learn, grow, and lead.
Testing isn’t just a job—it’s a mindset. Let’s shape the future of quality together.

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