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TestGuild Automation Podcast
Joe Colantonio
300 episodes
TestGuild Automation Podcast (formally Test Talks) is a weekly podcast hosted by Joe Colantonio, which geeks out on all things software test automation. TestGuild Automation covers news found in the testing space, reviews books about automation, and speaks with some of the thought leaders in the test automation field. We'll aim to interview some of today's most successful and inspiring software engineers, and test automation thought leaders.
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How Vibium Could Become the Selenium for AI Testing with Jason Huggins
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Jason Huggins—the original creator of early versions Selenium, Appium, and Sauce Labs—to discuss his latest project: Vibium. Not sure…
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Playwright, Cursor & AI in QA with Ben Fellows
In this episode of the TestGuild podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Ben Fellows, founder of LoopQA and QA thought leader, to explore how AI is reshaping test automation. Ben shares lessons from his popular AI test…
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Balancing Speed and Quality in the AI Era with Jim Trentadue
In this episode of the TestGuild Podcast, Joe Colantonio chats with veteran QA leader Jim Trentadue about how artificial intelligence is reshaping software testing—and what testers can do to stay ahead. With nearly…
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AI Won't Replace Great Test Leaders with Mike Lyles
In the age of AI, the role of software testers is evolving fast. Don't miss the QA Summit: https://testguild.me/qasummit As more repetitive tasks are automated or handled by AI, the testers who will stand out are…
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How to Build a Culture of Comprehensive Quality with Matt Gilbert
On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Matt Gilbert, founder of Clear Insight, for a conversation packed with practical wisdom for testers looking to break into, or advance…
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No Scripts, No Frameworks, No Maintenance? with Don Jackson
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, I'm joined by Don Jackson, Technical Evangelist at Perforce, to explore a bold new frontier in automation testing: true agentic AI. We unpack the groundbreaking tech…
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Making QE Matter to the C-Suite with Parasar Saha
In this episode, Parasar Saha founder and CEO of Digy4 shares insights from his journeys across multiple countries, meeting with global enterprises to uncover real-world challenges teams face in achieving quality at…
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Exploring Playwright and MCP with Debbie O'Brien
In this episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Debbie O'Brien, Principal Technical Program Manager at Microsoft and a leading advocate for Playwright end-to-end testing. Debbie shares her fascinating journey from…
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Solving Challenges in Software Testing with Kristijan Plaushku
On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Kristijan Plaushku, founder of QA Robots, for a fascinating deep dive into the evolving world of testing and automation. Grab the free…
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WireMock with Tom Akehurst
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Akehurst, the creator of WireMock, the popular open-source API mocking tool now powering simulation at scale in modern development pipelines. We unpack the real-world benefits of…
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Mastering Medical Device Testing with Priyank Soni
In today's show, we're diving deep into the highly specialized world of software testing for medical devices. Our guest, Priyank Soni, brings over 20 years of experience and a wealth of knowledge from the front lines…
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What is Reverse Mutation Testing with Leonardo Lanni
In this session, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Leonardo Lanni, a globally recognized quality engineer and founder of QA Roots, to explore a cool testing technique: mutation testing and reverse mutation testing.…
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The Importance of Trust in Software Testing and AI with Damian Synadinos
On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Damian Synadinos, a multifaceted expert with over thirty years of experience in software testing, public speaking, improv, and…
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Building a Career in QA with Judy Mosley
In today's episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Judy Mosley, a QA engineer at TextUs with over nine years of experience in the tech industry. Judy shares her unconventional journey from being a stay-at-home mom…
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European Accessibility Act: What Software Testers Need to Know (Actionable Guide) with Laveena Ramchandani
Today's episode is a little different. I'm sharing a recording from one of our monthly live Automation Guild member trainings, and trust me, it's a session every software tester should hear. Get instant access to…
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Testing AI's Promises with Michael Bolton
In today's episode, I continue my conversation with legendary software testing expert Michael Bolton as we explore the world of artificial intelligence and its impact on testing. Checkout this weeks sponsor:…
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The Secret Life of Automation with Michael Bolton
In today's episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by renowned software testing expert Michael Bolton, who returns to the show after an eight-year hiatus. Join Michael and me at Breakpoint online event:…
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AI's Impact on Testing Careers with Jason Arbon
In this episode, special guest Jason Arbon will be present for a truly eye-opening conversation about the rapidly evolving world of AI-driven software testing. Jason introduces us to the concept of MCP, a powerful AI…
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How To Optimize your Automation CI/CD Pipelines (and Save Money) with Gaurav Mittal
Welcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Gaurav Mittal, a cybersecurity, data science, and IT expert with over two decades of experience. Gaurav, recognized for…
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Meet JASON HUGGINS, The Genius Behind Selenium!
Welcome to another episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast! This time, we're diving into the archives by honoring SeleniumConf in Valencia, Spain, with a special rerelease of an interview recorded back in 2017.…
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Proactive Observability in Testing with Anam Hira
In today's episode, we're diving into proactive observability and testing with our special guest, Anam Hira, cofounder of Reveal.ai. Anam, who also has experience working at Uber AI, shares an intriguing journey where…
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Testing ML Pipeline Best Practices to Scale with LakshmiThejaswi Narasannagari
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio chats with machine learning engineer Lakshmithejaswi Narasannagari, who boasts over fourteen years of experience working with tech giants like…
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Swift Driver for Appium Automation Testing with Dalton Alexandre
In this episode, Joe Colantonio sits down with Dalton Alexandre, a self-taught Swift developer who has recently developed a new Swift driver for the Appium framework. Streamline Your Mobile App Testing now:…
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Tackling Enterprise Testing Challenges with AI with Srirang Srikantha
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio delves into the challenges of test automation in enterprise environments, focusing on key issues like scalability, maintainability, and the…
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Mastering Robot Framework Techniques at RoboCon Online with Guido Demmenie, Kelby Stine and Manana Koberidze
In today's installment, our host, Joe Colantonio, invites Guido, Manana, and Kelby, seasoned experts in automation testing and Robot Framework enthusiasts, to dive deep into the world of Robot Framework and RoboCon.…
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From Laid Off to Employed (Survival Guide) with Robert Lukenbill
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, we're diving into a top-rated session from the recent Automation Guild, where Robert Lukenbill explores the journey from being laid off to finding new opportunities.…
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From Manual QA to Automation Engineer Using AI with Tal Barmeir and Sapnesh Naik
I want to share with you one of our most popular Test Guild webinars "From Manual QA to Automation Engineer Using AI" that took place a few months ago from Tal and Subnesh of BlingIO. BlinqIO is also our Platinum…
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Top 10 Software Testing Conferences with Joe Colantonio
In today's episode, we'll explore my specially curated list of the top 10 must-attend software testing conferences and events for 2025. See all testing conferences with dates and time:…
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Solving Test Automation Challenges (2025 Guide) with Chris Trimper
In this special episode, we're delving deep into the pressing challenges that automation engineers face daily and how our upcoming Automation Guild 2025 event is set to tackle these issues head-on. Don't miss it…
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Top 8 Automation Testing Trends for 2025 with Joe Colantonio
Welcome to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! I'm Joe Colantonio, your host. In today's episode, we'll discuss the top automation testing trends for 2025. Don't miss Automation Guild 2025: https://testguild.me/future25…
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Unlocking Robot Framework: RoboCon HELSINKI with Gerwin Laagland, Markus Stahl and Stavroula Ventoura
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of Robot Framework with some exceptional guests: Marcus, Gerwin, Stacy, and Stavrola. We'll uncover the financial dynamics, organic growth, and the profound…
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Ultimate Guide to Selecting Test Automation Solutions with Anna Royzman
Today, you get to listen in to a private Automation Guild monthly session led by Anna Royzman, Founder of A Quality Leadership Institute, Inc. This episode is essential for decision-makers responsible for test…
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The Software Tester's Journey with Nicola Lindgren and Vernon Richards
Today, we dive deep into how to advance your career in software testing. One tool to help you with testing Journey: https://testguild.me/testmanagement1 We have two incredible guests with us: Nicola Lindgren and…
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Revolutionizing QA with GenAI: A New Era in Software Testing with Fitz Nowlan
Today, we will explore Generative AI (Gen AI) in QA and testing, featuring insights from our esteemed guest, Fitz Nowlan a VP, AI and Architecture at SmartBear. Deliver better software, faster with the Jira-native…
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Discover Future Trends in Automation at Automation Guild
I'm your host, Joe Colantonio, and I am thrilled to bring you some exciting updates today. Guess what? Automation Guild 2025 registration is now officially open! 🚨 Don't miss it! 📲 Register now:…
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Removing Pain Points in Mobile Test Automation with Daniel Knott
In Today's special session, we are honored to have Daniel Knott, a seasoned expert in mobile testing. Join us as Daniel discusses "Removing the Pain from Mobile Test Automation," a compelling discussion presented at…
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AI Impact in Software Testing with Gaurav Mittal
Today, Gaurav Mittal, an expert data science manager with over 18 years of experience, joins the podcast. In this episode, Gaurav shares his journey from manual to automation testing and delves into AI's revolutionary…
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Digitial Testing Equals Testing of Digitalized Processes with Tobias Müller
Today, I have a fascinating conversation lined up with Tobias Müller, the visionary founder and CTO of TestrResults.io. In this episode, we'll explore the complexities of test environments and innovative solutions in…
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How Generative AI is Elevating Testing Quality in Healthcare with Richard Kedziora
Today, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Richard Kedziora, the co-founder of Estenda Solutions, to delve into the role of generative AI in testing healthcare technology. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare…
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AI as Your Testing Assistant with Mudit Singh
In this episode, we explore the future of automation, where natural language bridges human intent and machine execution. Mudit unveils the concept of an "AI testing assistant" that interprets natural language to…
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The Headless Tester (Halloween Special 2024) with Paul Grossman
Welcome to a special Halloween edition of the TestGuild Automation Podcast! Today, we've conjured up a truly spellbinding guest—Paul Grossman, renowned as the "Dark Arts wizard" of Test Automation. With over 25 years…
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From Chaos to Clarity: Improving Software Testing Practices with Prathyusha Nama
Today's episode, we are thrilled to have Prathyusha Nama, a seasoned leader in automation with over a decade of experience, particularly in mobile automation. Checkout this weeks sponsor BrowserStack App Automate:…
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Combining AI and Playwright using Autify Genesis with Ryo Chikazawa
Want to know more about the Power of AI to enhance Playwright Scripts Today, our expert guest is Ryo Chikazawa, the visionary behind the AI automation testing solution Autify. In this episode, we'll dive deep into the…
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Community Dynamics in Automation Testing with Mike Verinder
In today's episode, we're thrilled to host Mike Verinder, a veteran in the automation testing space and the brain behind some of the most prominent LinkedIn groups and communities for tools like Playwright and…
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Awesome Automation Strategies for Accessibility Testing with Crystal Preston-Watson
Accessibility is more than just a checkbox; it's become a civil right and a human need. Today, we'll explore how proper automation can elevate your accessibility testing to the next level. Check out our sponsors…
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Why Security Testing is an important skill for a QEs with Boris Arapovic
In this episode, we discuss what QE should know about security testing with our distinguished guest, Boris Arapovic, a senior quality engineer and director of quality assurance at IBM IX. Discover how to integrate…
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API Testing 3 ways: Postman, Playwright, and Jest Compared with Stephen Kilbourn
You limit your career potential if you only know how to write end-to-end tests via the UI. Automating API Testing backend services allows you to ship changes confidently. Several popular tools will enable you to do…
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INGenious Playwright Studio with Ashish Ghosh
In this episode, Ashish Ghosh, a test automation architect at ING Bank, shares a new open source Playwright automation framework called INGenious Playwright Studio. Ingenious is a low-code test automation framework…
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Low-Code Test Automation a Journey from Skepticism to Success with Rudolf Groetz
In this session, Rudolf Groetz shares how Raiffeisen Bank International adapted its test automation strategy to incorporate a low-code approach. Discover how to transform from a traditional model to a more inclusive,…
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Exploring WebDriverIO Version 9 with Christian Bromann
Today, we have a phenomenal session with our special guest, Christian Bromann, the visionary full-stack engineer behind the open-source WebDriverIO automation framework. Join us as we explore the practical benefits of…
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