100 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.

TestGuild Automation Podcast Joe Colantonio

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    • 4.9 • 93 Ratings

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.

    Netflix SafeTest with Moshe Kolodny

    Netflix SafeTest with Moshe Kolodny

    Today, we're diving deep into the world of automation testing, with a special focus on Netflix's innovative tool, SafeTest. Joining us is Moshe Kolodny, the senior full-stack engineer at Netflix who is behind this exciting new tool, which is bridging the gap between end-to-end and unit testing.
    SafeTest, a tool that's been making significant strides in the industry, has garnered widespread community support and impressive traction in a remarkably short time. As we delve into its capabilities, we'll discover how SafeTest seamlessly integrates with popular libraries like Playwright and Jest, offering robust testing capabilities without imposing intrusive dependencies.
    Moshe will delve into the philosophy behind SafeTest, underlining the importance of practical, iterative test writing and the pitfalls of over-engineering. We'll explore SafeTest's adaptability, which ensures test consistency across environments with Docker mode, and the bidirectional communication it enables between browser and Node.js, enhancing the overall testing experience.
    Our conversation will shed light on the exciting future of SafeTest, from potential additions to the test runner to the introduction of custom reporting features. Moshe will also underscore the tool's commitment to developer experience, exemplified by SafeTest's debugging aids like videos and trace viewers.
    It's no secret that SafeTest reflects Netflix's robust approach to quality assurance. It aligns closely with the day-to-day experiences of UI engineers and addresses the intricate challenges of complex user interactions and service integrations.
    Stay tuned as we unpack the story of SafeTest's inception, core features, practical applications, and why Moshe believes it's a versatile choice for most testing scenarios.

    • 34 min
    Agile, Automated, Advanced: The New Age of Performance Testing with Dylan van Iersel

    Agile, Automated, Advanced: The New Age of Performance Testing with Dylan van Iersel

    In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of performance engineering with our esteemed guest, Dylan van Iersel, an experienced IT consultant and co-founder of Perfana. We'll explore the intricate relationship between software performance and business outcomes and how tools like Perfana can democratize and simplify the process of performance testing.
    Performance is more than just a technical concern; it has direct implications for customer satisfaction and the bottom line. Dylan illuminates the importance of integrating performance testing within the CI/CD pipeline, using Perfana to serve as a quality gate and provide actionable insights through automated analysis and dashboard visualizations.
    We'll also discuss the evolution of performance engineering in a cloud-native, containerized landscape, the challenges of scaling performance testing across agile teams, and why the "shift left" approach in identifying issues early is crucial for today's development processes.
    For teams looking to embrace performance testing, Dylan introduces Perfana's starter package and emphasizes the ease of getting up and running, even on a local laptop, as a foundation for more extensive integration into test environments and CI/CD pipelines.
    For our listeners interested in cutting-edge developments, we dive into how Perfana innovates with data science and machine learning to enhance anomaly detection and root cause analysis. Plus, we'll get into the nitty-gritty of why observability, while important, shouldn't be your sole resource for performance testing.
    Listen to discover actionable advice and insights on improving your team's performance engineering efforts if you want to learn more about Perfana to try their free trial now!

    • 30 min
    Redefining Test Automation with Dave Piacente

    Redefining Test Automation with Dave Piacente

    In this episode, Dave Piacente, a senior community manager in developer relations and community expert at Applitools, joins us to talk about redefining test automation.
    There are a common set of techniques seasoned test automation practitioners know to be the pillars of any successful automated testing practice that can fit into most (if not all) team contexts.
    But some things have either been left out or are described in ways that are disadvantageous for the industry simply because we need to talk about it from the perspective of the fundamentals used to craft them.
    By reasoning from first principles, we can unearth a more impactful definition of test automation that can act as a compass and help supercharge everyone's test automation practice - while also understanding how to navigate the uncharted waters of new technologies that challenge existing paradigms.

    • 26 min
    How to Create Testing Magic with Zero-code with Shubham Jain

    How to Create Testing Magic with Zero-code with Shubham Jain

    In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio speaks with Shubham Jain, the maintainer of Keploy, an API testing platform. Shubham shares insights into creating testing magic with zero code using Keploy, a tool that captures live traffic and generates test cases and data mocks for efficient API testing. Shubham shares features of Keploy's integration with the software development life cycle and its potential use cases. Shubham also delves into the open-source community for Keploy, providing tips for contributors and sharing information about upcoming events for those interested in learning more. Listen in to discover valuable advice for improving your mocking and automation testing efforts, emphasizing the importance of realistic mocks that capture real behavior.

    • 23 min
    AI Meets Cucumber: A New Testing Approach Using Prompt Engineering with Guy Arieli and Tal Barmeir

    AI Meets Cucumber: A New Testing Approach Using Prompt Engineering with Guy Arieli and Tal Barmeir

    Today's topic dives deep into the innovative world of AI in software testing with our distinguished guests, Guy Arieli and Tal Barmeir. With years of experience in the testing domain, they've pioneered a groundbreaking automation solution using AI to bolster the efficiency and effectiveness of testers around the globe.
    We'll unpack the power of Blinqio, a cutting-edge SaaS offering that revolutionizes the way testers work. Also, learn how Blinqio's virtual testers translate scenarios into test automation code, supporting a high-speed software release process across multiple languages and platforms. Guy and Tal will shed light on the remarkable capabilities of their AI system, which not only adapts to changes but also pinpoints and fixes minor issues, saving testers from tedious tasks and last-minute hassles.
    Listen in to discover how generative AI can generate tests for API and UI, enhance documentation, and even test as humans would – pushing the boundaries of automated testing. We'll delve into the intricate process, from test data generation to the AI's unique ability to operate with or without prior product knowledge, catering to diverse testing expertise levels.
    Check it out for yourself now: https://links.testguild.com/blinq

    • 35 min
    RoboCon Online 2024 Sneak Peek Conference Podcast with Mateusz Nojek, Katarina Partti, Yuri Verweij and Pekka Klärck

    RoboCon Online 2024 Sneak Peek Conference Podcast with Mateusz Nojek, Katarina Partti, Yuri Verweij and Pekka Klärck

    Today's bonus episode is absolutely jam-packed with insights around automation and RoboCon. We're diving deep into the world of Robot Framework with our distinguished panel of guests: Mateusz Nojek, the creative force behind tools like RoboCop and RoboTidy; Katarina Partti, a guru in test automation and cybersecurity; Yuri Verweij, a veteran in test automation engineering; and Pekka Klärck, the mastermind of Robot Framework itself.
    In this episode, we'll explore the upcoming Robocon - an entirely online event that promises to be as engaging and interactive as a virtual event can be, with innovative features like Gather Town facilitating a one-of-a-kind community atmosphere. We'll get a sneak peek at Robot Framework version 7 with Pekka Klärck and learn about integrating AI with automation testing. Our guests share their thoughts on the impact of AI on test reliability and stress the importance of cybersecurity in QA roles, underlining the proactive stance every tester should take.
    Gear up for an informative session about RoboCon that's more than just another webinar - it's a chance to connect, learn, and grow with fellow enthusiasts in the automation space.

    • 30 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
93 Ratings

93 Ratings

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The best podcast in the QA Space

I’ve been listening to Joe’s podcast for a long time, and I was finally invited to participate as a guest. Joe is fantastic, he is a real professional who knows the theme, and it was a pleasure to discuss existing trends in the software testing space and how AI will change our future.
If you are an engineer (not only a software developer in test), you will get many insights and learn new things.

Herbzilla ,

A MUST listen for all software QA professionals!

If you are a software QA professional, and in particular a test automation engineer, and you are NOT following the TestGuild, you are missing out! I listen to this podcast every week, and content Joe provides is awesome and valuable! Thanks Joe, for bringing “automation awesomeness” to the masses!!

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Testing is hard but this is easy to listen to

I love hearing about new tools and technologies and Joe gets right to the point quickly. Good to hear. Thanks for making this.

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