The Test Tribe 35th Virtual Meetup

# Session #1: From Checklists to Discovery: Leveraging AI and Embracing Curiosity in Testing

This session explores the shift from structured checklists to a more dynamic, curiosity-driven approach in software testing. Attendees will learn how AI tools can enhance exploratory testing by supporting deeper requirement analysis, generating actionable insights, and streamlining the capture of questions, risks, and test ideas.
Using Session-Based Test Management (SBTM) as a framework, the talk will highlight how to design effective test charters for managing exploratory testing sessions. Attendees will gain practical knowledge on how AI can empower testers to quickly adapt, make informed decisions, and foster a discovery-oriented testing mindset.

Key Takeaways
– Get familiar with a curiosity-driven testing approach.
– Use AI to enhance your testing activities.
– Learn a structured method to share your testing outcomes.

Speaker: Kunal Ashar (Senior Test Automation Engineer at 8x8)

# Session #2: Evolving in an AI Powered Testing World

Signaling a focus on future-proofing skills and adapting to evolving technologies, which would resonate well with testers aiming to stay competitive. Gen AI will be discussed in depth for the audience to relieve the fear of AI. Various testing concepts implemented through Gen AI.

Key Takeaways:
The key takeaways from the session include a deep dive into Prompt Engineering Basics, which focused on mastering the art of crafting prompts to achieve optimal AI outcomes. Participants also gained insights into various AI Tools and Techniques that drive innovation and enhance efficiency in testing processes. Additionally, the session highlighted Test Case Designing with AI, showcasing how AI can be leveraged to create dynamic and comprehensive test cases, revolutionizing the quality assurance landscape.

Speaker: Sreenidhi Rajakrishnan (Automation Specialist at IBM)