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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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  1. Tackling the First Mile in Test Automation with Jonathon Wright

    · 43 min

    Welcome back to the TestGuild Automation Podcast! In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with our special guest, Jonathon Wright. Jonathon is a renowned test automation expert and the Chief Technology…

  2. Automation Score Card Quiz (What's Your Score?) with Joe Colantonio

    · 16 min

    In this episode, discover how to unlock test automation success focusing on six areas every automation engineer needs to master. Listen in as we explore six critical areas of test automation to learn a unique scorecard…

  3. E2E Innovation at Scale: Unleashing The TestGrid AI Testing Platform with Harry Rao

    · 31 min

    On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Harry Rao, the innovative Founder, and CEO of TestGrid, a company redefining the future of software testing. TestGrid, a unique,…

  4. AI-Assisted Testing Platforms with Todd McNeal

    · 30 min

    In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio and guest Todd McNeal co-founder of Reflect, an AI-assisted test automation platform. Delve into the revolutionary features of Reflect, an…

  5. Mastering Machine Learning in Automation Testing with Toni Ramchandani

    · 37 min

    Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of machine learning and its intersection with automation testing. In this episode, Toni Ramchandani, a self-described technocrat with over 13 years of experience, shares…

  6. Training and Career Paths for Testers (Become and SDET) with Kuzzat Altay

    · 43 min

    With the Fourth of July week upon us in the United States, it would be fitting to showcase what represents the best of America. In this episode, we start with Kuzzat Altay's story of his arrival in the United States as…

  7. AI-Powered Tools in Software Testing: A Deep-Dive using Katalon with Mush Honda

    · 38 min

    On this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio talks with Mush Honda, the Chief Quality Architect at Katalon, about AI-powered tools in software testing. They discuss Katalon, an AI-augmented test…

  8. Taking Automation to The Next Level Using Nightwatch with David Burns

    · 27 min

    On this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, we have a special guest, David Burns, the W3C Browser Testing and Tools Working Group chairman and co-editor of the Web Driver Specification. In this episode, you will…

  9. Selenium Love Letter and Book with Joe Colantonio

    · 25 min

    In this episode, folks like Simon Stewart, Corina Pip, Paul Grossman, Igor Dorovskikh, Noemi Ferrera, Srinivasan Sekar, Sai Krishna, Emily Kjos, Andy Knight, Titus Fortner, Robin Gupta, Benjamin Bischoff, Manoj Kumar…

  10. Self-healing Execution Cloud: Preventing Failures and Saving Time with Adam Carmi

    · 38 min

    If you'd like to accelerate your test execution & maintenance speed — and massively reduce flakiness, I've got some excellent news for you. On this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, Adam Carmi Co-founder and CTO…

  11. BDD in Action with John Smart

    · 29 min

    Want to know how to deliver software that does what it's supposed to do? In this episode, John Ferguson Smart, author of the book BDD in Action, shares how to use Behavior-Driven Development to guide your software…

  12. Less waiting, More Testing with Geetha Achutuni

    · 26 min

    On this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, guest speaker Geetha Achutuni joins host Joe Colantonio to share her ten tips on reducing test execution times. Among the tips she discusses are smart weights for…

  13. Evolution Of Testing to AI and TestOps with Nikita Fedorov

    · 31 min

    On this episode of TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Nikita Fedorov, founder of Qase.io, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of software testing and the increasing use of AI. They…

  14. Revolutionizing Test Automation: AI-Powered Innovations with Guljeet Nagpaul

    · 28 min

    Welcome back, Guljeet Nagpaul, to the Guild! In this exciting podcast episode, we dive into test automation, exploring the differences between tools and platforms and discussing the groundbreaking advances in AI like…

  15. How to Create Automation Magic with Benjamin Bischoff

    · 24 min

    Welcome to today's episode, where we dive deep into the world of automation magic with our special guest, Benjamin Bischoff. Benjamin is an expert in creating automated software testing and the author of the…

  16. Welcome To The Test Automation Illusion with Paul Grizzaffi

    · 31 min

    Are your automation goals an illusion? In this episode with Paul Grizzaffi, a prominent software testing and automation figure, we delved into the intriguing concept of the "Test Automation Illusion," using Styx's…

  17. Top 5 Free Apps For Testers with Sanjay Kumar

    · 33 min

    Do you want to know five free tools to make you more productive as a test automation engineer? In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Sanjay Kumar, the inventor, and creator of SelectorsHub, Testing…

  18. Node.js Desktop Automation Testing Framework with Simon Hofmann

    · 25 min

    Welcome to this week's episode of the Test Guild Automation podcast. Our featured expert is Simon Hofmann, the creator of nut.js, a Node.js Desktop Automation Testing framework that allows you to program your mouse and…

  19. Web3 Test Automation with Joshua Gorospe

    · 27 min

    Welcome to the Software Testing Guild podcast, where we bring together the brightest minds in the testing world to share their insights and experiences. In today's episode, we're thrilled to have Joshua Gorospe joining…

  20. AI Augmented Testing with Avinash Tiwari

    · 29 min

    Today I wanted to share a popular webinar we recently had with Avinash Tiwari on AI Augmented Testing for Digital Apps. If you don't know, Avanash is a renowned thought leader, sought-after keynote speaker, and…

  21. Testing in Production with Eran Kinsbruner

    · 35 min

    If you've been in the testing/automation space for a bit, you might wonder what happened to Eran Kinsbrunner. In this episode, we catch up with Eran to talk about his new gig and some new cool software that can help…

  22. Selenium Insight from All-Star SeleniumConf Speakers!

    · 36 min

    In this episode, you'll hear from five SeleniumConf Chicago 2023 speakers and/or project core committers about their upcoming talks, the reasons for their participation, and the benefits attendees can expect to gain…

  23. Advanced Test Automation with Anthony Venditti

    · 41 min

    Welcome to the Test Automation podcast! In this episode, we have Tony Venditti, the Test Automation Manager from Advantasure, a subsidiary of Blue Cross Blue Shield. This is a replay from Tony's highly rated automation…

  24. QA Agents of Change with Lisette Zounon

    · 31 min

    Want to know how to become a QA agent of change? In this episode. Lisette Zounon, a highly experienced quality engineering leader with over 18 years in the industry, shares her knowledge and experience implementing…

  25. API Testing Kubernetes (Transparent Remoting Using OneTest) with Chris Haggan and Martin Lescuyer

    · 28 min

    Welcome to today's episode of the Testing in a Cloud-Native World podcast, where we tackle the biggest challenges faced by testers in a cloud and containerized environment. Have you ever encountered a situation where…

  26. How to Develop Customer First Testing Teams with Phillip Talbot

    · 34 min

    Join us on the latest episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast as we sit down with QA expert Phillip Talbot. He shares his wealth of experience building and managing customer-first testing teams, covering topics…

  27. 4 Reasons Enterprise Testing Fails with Autumn Ciliberto

    · 29 min

    Are you tired of enterprise testing failures? In this episode, Autumn Ciliberto, an Enterprise Account Director at Keysight Technologies, helps to uncover the top four reasons why testing often falls short in large…

  28. Modern Test Management Systems with Izhar Livny

    · 29 min

    One of my top trends for 2023 is the rise of unified test management platforms. In this episode, Izhar Livny, VP of Global SaaS Sales at TestGear.io, shares why in modern software development, it's critical to have a…

  29. Level Up Your Test Automation in 2023

    · 25 min

    Are you ready to level up your automation skills, connect with top industry experts, and recession-proof yourself in any economy? Then mark your calendars for the upcoming Automation Guild online conference! We've got…

  30. Automation Trends to Watch in 2023 with Joe Colantonio

    · 34 min

    Don't let your testing efforts fall behind — it's time to prepare for the New Year. In this episode, I'll share my insights about upcoming test automation trends from my popular Test Guild podcast interviews and my…

  31. Boozang from the Trenches with Gianni Pucciani

    · 27 min

    Want to hear a real-life example of implementing an automation testing tool against an enterprise project? In this session, Gianni Pucciani, author of the new book Boozang from the Trenches, shares his to learn test…

  32. What Most People Get Wrong About Simulation with Chris Colosimo

    · 30 min

    Today, we're diving into the world of API simulation, a powerful tool that allows developers and testers to mimic the behavior of an API in a test or development environment. Chris Colosimo, a service virtualization…

  33. Model-based Testing vs. Recording—Which is best? Matthias Rapp & Shawn Jaques

    · 29 min

    Are model-based testing and record and configure-based testing mutually exclusive, or can they be used together to provide a comprehensive testing approach? In today's episode, Matthias Rapp, a test automation and…

  34. WebDriverIo v8 Must Know Features with Christian Bromann

    · 28 min

    Want to know all about the latest release of WebDriverIO? In this episode, Christian Bromann, a full-stack engineer passionate about Open Source and Open Standards, shares everything you need to know about the latest…

  35. Speeding Up Automation Analysis with Ruslan Akhmetzianov and Natalia Polyakova

    · 34 min

    How do you handle how to debug a bunch of automated testing failures? Nothing is more frustrating than trying to figure out why some tests failed. In this episode, Ruslan Akhmetzianov, DevRel Lead, and Natalia, a…

  36. Next Generation Functional Visual Test Automation with Tobias Müller

    · 26 min

    With DevOps, more releases than ever are being generated, leading to many unexpected customer-side problems. What do you do? In this episode, Tobias Müller CTOs at Progile and lifelong tester, shares his experience…

  37. Confession of an AI Testing Skeptic with Chris Trimper

    · 32 min

    Are you an AI-in-testing skeptic? Or maybe you are a believer. In this episode, Chris Trimper, an Enterprise QA Automation Architect at Independent Health, shares his team's journey to adopting AI practices and…

  38. Playwright Performance Testing with Katarzyna Kmiotek

    · 24 min

    Did you know you could re-use your Playwright functional testing for performance testing? In this episode, Katarzyna ("Kat") Kmiotek, a Quality Engineer at Zoopla, shares her experience integrating Playwright tests…

  39. Low-Code vs. No-Code: Which is better for Automation with Larry Goddard

    · 44 min

    Low-code/no-code test automation solutions are on the rise. But should you use them? In this episode, Larry Goddard, an Automation Architect and creator of klassi-js, and I, along with Jehan Coetzee from Inspired…

  40. Halloween Special 2022 with Paul Grossman

    · 24 min

    Automation, losing a job, and Halloween can all be scary. In this episode, the Dark Arts Wizard Paul Grossman joins us for our annual Halloween special to share all kinds of ghoulish testing knowledge. Discover tips on…

  41. Future of QA Chat with Industry Experts with Joe Colantonio

    · 58 min

    Last week I had the honor of hosting a roundtable at StarWest for Karate Labs. This technology-agnostic session covered everything from how to make automation more reliable, testing culture, API testing,…

  42. Security Test Methodology for Testers with Mike Spanbauer

    · 37 min

    I think testers should be involved in security testing. So in this episode I will share a session that Mike Spanbauer, Customer Architecture & Field CTO, Security at Juniper Networks, gave at the last Secure Guild…

  43. Testing for Good with Nikolay Advolodkin

    · 28 min

    Want to learn more about automation testing and contribute to a good cause simultaneously? In this episode, Nikolay Advolodkin, founder of UltimateQA and a Sr Solutions Architect at Sauce Labs, shares all about his…

  44. Accelerating Large Scale Digital Transformation with Dilhan Manawadu

    · 36 min

    You can learn a lot from other companies that have successfully undergone a digital transformation. In this episode, Dilhan Manawadu, Ph.D., Director of Software Quality Engineering & Development Platform, shares…

  45. Call for Speakers and Guild Courses

    · 27 min

    Want to share your test automation expertise with the world, or are you looking for some free testing mini-courses? In this episode, Joe Colantonio, founder of the Test Guild, shares how to apply to be a speaker at the…

  46. What Automation Technology to Use with Sneha Viswalingam and Carlos Kidman

    · 40 min

    Are you having difficulty deciding what test automation technology to use for you and your team? In this episode, Sneha Viswalingam and Carlos Kidman share their approach to selecting tools. Discover how important it…

  47. Timeless Technique for Test Automation with Marcus Thomas

    · 32 min

    Is there still value in keyword-driven approaches to automation? In this episode, Marcus Thomas, founder of Quart Consulting, shares his experience helping hundreds of folks with their automation testing frameworks.…

  48. Managing Test Environments like a Navy Seal with Josh Thurman

    · 27 min

    Are shared environments holding your testing team back? In this episode, Josh Thurman, co-founder of Uffizzi and former Navy Seal, will share an open-source solution to solve your test and dev environment issues.…

  49. The Value of Using Native Test Frameworks with Jaswanth Manigundan

    · 29 min

    Mobile app testing has many similarities to the web, but some aspects are different. In this episode, Jaswanth Manigundan, a Lead QA Automation Engineer shares his personal experience with mobile app testing and why he…

  50. SmartDriver Let AI Do the Heavy Lifting with Chris Navrides

    · 31 min

    Want to quickly see a free way to add AI to your Selenium, Cypress, or WebDriver.io automation tests? In this episode, Chris Navride, founder of Dev-Tools.AI, shares how to write tests with visual AI using their…

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