AI is rapidly transforming the way technology gets built, delivered, and tested. Groundbreaking products like ChatGPT have become game changers in every industry, and quality assurance is no exception. As large language models (LLMs) and other AI technologies continue to evolve, they will transform the way we deliver virtually every application and technology: think web, mobile, desktop, packaged apps, and more. AI is the way of the future, and it’s coming fast – to transform how we work, strengthen our ingenuity, and improve our results.
STAREAST 2024 - Industry Technical Presentations
Industry Technical Presentations (ITPs) are included in all pass types! View the 2024 Presentations below.
Wednesday, May 1
Michael Palotas
Lee Walsh
Beyond the Code The Strategic Impact of Buying vs Building in Test Automation
In this session we discuss the practicla approaches companies can take to effectively automate their teste execution. In particular we will look at:
- the evolution of test automation frameworks
- the pros and cons of building your own test grid
- the pros and cons of buying a commercial test grid
Kevin Parker
How to Train Your Bots
Now testing bots are joining the QA team, it is time to talk about how we train them for maximum impact on software quality. Depending on your particular bot you will have two choices, ML or Supervised ML. In this session, we are going to talk about "3T", the Three Training Tasks for autonomous testing success. Join me for an interactive session where we can see the bots asking questions and reacting to the live training they are getting.
Michael O’Rourke
Unlock Next-Level Testing and DevOps with Next-Generation AI
AI is not just another technology or trend. The future of testing and quality management is shifting toward AI-powered software delivery. With 57% of executives identifying improved speed to market as a generative Al benefit, the businesses of tomorrow need to be flexible and in tune with new and emerging best practices to stay ahead of their competitors without compromising quality or value. Are you prepared?
Frank Moyer
A Practical Guide to AI: Tips to Improve Quality in Software Development
This session goes beyond AI's role in testing, showcasing its transformative impact on the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Surya Suravarapu
Next-Gen QA: Harnessing AI for Breakthroughs in Continuous Testing – Driving Unmatched Quality and Speed
Next-Gen QA: Harnessing AI for Breakthroughs in Continuous Testing delves into the pivotal role of AI in elevating QA practices, focusing on how it drives unparalleled quality and speed in software delivery. This session, led by testing expert Surya Suravarapu, will cover the sophisticated AI techniques transforming test case generation and real-time test adaptation, ensuring your testing strategies are not only efficient but also meticulously aligned with dynamic software developments.
Thursday, May 2
Adam Sandman
Software Delivery At the Speed of AI: Inflectra Invests In AI-Powered Quality
This talk explores the transformative impact of AI across software project management, development, and automation, showcasing wider principles that can be applied industry-wide. By delving into practical examples of how AI is used within SpiraPlan and Rapise, Adam Sandman highlights the unique benefits that AI integration brings to agile software development teams.