Test coverage: 100% - Check!
And why do we still have bugs?
OK, tests don't prove the absence of errors.
And at the end of the day, they are just code which could contain bugs as well.
And perhaps they give us a false sense of security.
But how do I know, that my test are good?
One way to find out is using Mutation Testing.
In this talk I want to explain, what Mutation Testing is, how to do it and when it is helpful.

Target Audience: Developers, Achitects, Testers
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge in Programming, some experience in writing tests
Level: Basic

Extended Abstract:
More and more teams are writing tests for their production code, be it by applying concepts like TDD or BDD or by just writing them "after the fact". Sometimes there is also a test coverage metric that needs to be met. The positive effect is definitely that there are tests. Be it for my future self or a future colleague or as a form of documentation.
Tests are a means of telling something about the quality of production code. Mutation testing can help tell something about the quality of tests. It helps to find missing tests and potential bugs.
The concept of mutation testing is already more than 50 years old, but its application has not yet become widespread.
This talk should encourage you to take a closer look at mutation testing to find out what possibilities it offers in your own project, but also to see what disadvantages or pitfalls there are.

How often have you heard that ‘Yes this is important, but we don’t have the capacity right now’ or ‘sure let’s put it in the backlog’?
This is something we should not brush off or take lightly. Accessibility testing is vital especially when your product is a user facing application.
We need to be socially aware as a team and build quality towards our product with making it more accessible.

Target Audience: Everyone as Accessibility is for social awareness
Prerequisites: None
Level: Basic

Extended Abstract:
At least 1 in 5 people in the UK have a long term illness, impairment or disability. Many more have a temporary disability. A recent study found that 4 in 10 local council homepages failed basic tests for accessibility.
This is quite vital and the sooner we as testers can advocate this into our teams, we make our product more accessible, reduce the risk of bad product reviews, reputation and also be more socially aware. Let's shift left and make accessibility testing built-in our teams.

1. Understand why accessibility testing is important?
2. How I adapted accessibility mindset?
3. How to coach team and bring accessibility into your teams?
4. Demonstrate various tools available to perform accessibility testing (with demo)

While AI systems differ in some points from "traditional" systems, testing them does not have to be more difficult - knowing the right questions to ask will go a long way. In this talk we will:

• Arm you with a checklist of questions to ask when preparing to test an AI system
• Show you that testers and data scientist have common ground when testing AI systems

Keep calm and test on - AI systems are not that different from "normal" systems.

Target Audience: Testers, Data Scientists, Developers, Product Owners, Architects
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of software testing
Level: Advanced

Extended Abstract:
If you're a tester about to test your first AI system, or wanting to move into that area, you're probably wondering how you can prepare for the role. While we usually do not deal with complexity in the magnitude of Large Language models like chatGPT, AI systems still seemingly offer different challenges than "traditional" systems.
You're not the first person to deal with these questions. In fact, a group of us got together to explore it in more detail. Is there a general framework of questions that testers can use to help develop a quality strategy for systems that use AI? We wanted to see if we could design one. To this end, we got together a group with diverse roles: tester, test architect, data scientist, project lead and CEO.
Join us in this talk to hear how we approached the task and what our results are, including an example of using our checklist of questions to analyse a system that uses AI. Along the way we also addressed questions like "What is the role of a tester in such projects?" and "How much math do I need?" - we'll talk about those discussions, too. We encourage participants to use our checklist and give us feedback on it!

The introduction of ChatGPT, CoPilot X brings in a lot of hype over developer experiences, especially documentation. But are we ready to chat with our documentation, instead of reading, using these tools? How can we, as maintainers, leverage these tools to offer a better experience in documentation for developers as our users? Join my talk and let's find out.

Target Audience: Engineers, Developers
Prerequisites: Programming
Level: Advanced

Discover the transformative power of GenAI in software testing. This lecture showcases a powerful GenAI-powered test framework that enhances testing efficiency. Learn how GenAI analyzes applications to generate automated test cases, uncover hidden defects with generative AI's random exploratory tests. Experience AI-powered peer reviewers for code analysis and quality evaluations. Explore Smart Report AI, providing comprehensive analysis and insights into test execution, results, and defects. Join us to revolutionize your software testing with GenAI.

Target Audience: Quality Engineers, Architects, Developers, Project Leader, Managers
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge on modern software development
Level: Advanced

Extended Abstract:
In the rapidly evolving landscape of software development Generative AI holds immense potential to revolutionize the field of software testing. This lecture aims to explore the transformative capabilities of GenAI in software testing by showcasing the powerful GenAI powered test framework and its key components.
The lecture begins by introducing the main framework, which combines the power of GenAI and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of software testing. Attendees will learn how GenAI can analyze the application under test and generate automated test cases based on a predefined test framework. These test cases can be executed locally or seamlessly integrated into DevOps processes, allowing for efficient and comprehensive testing of applications.
Furthermore, the lecture delves into the utilization of generative AI for the generation of random exploratory tests. By leveraging the capabilities of GenAI, testers can uncover hidden defects and vulnerabilities that may go unnoticed with traditional testing approaches. This demonstration highlights the innovative potential of GenAI in driving comprehensive test coverage.
Additionally, the lecture showcases the Smart Peer AI component of the framework. Attendees will discover how AI-powered peer reviewers can anticipate functional and non-functional issues, providing insightful code analysis and quality evaluations. By incorporating specific coding best practices, architectural standards, and non-standard attributes, Smart Peer AI enhances code quality and accelerates the development process.
Finally, the lecture concludes by presenting the Smart Report AI, an AI-powered solution that analyzes test reports generated from automated testing processes. This component provides a comprehensive analysis of test execution, environment configuration, test results, defect severity automated analysis, reproducibility steps, and suggestions for fixes. Smart Report AI empowers testers with valuable insights and facilitates effective decision-making in the testing and development lifecycle.

I think differently. Why? I have a combination of ADHD and autism incl. high sensitivity - also known as "neurodivergent". I want to share my personal story which strategies and characteristics are helping me finding my career path. I hope to inspire some of my fellow testers, especially those who also sometimes feel different. I'd like to make a stand that some typical qualities make neurodivergent people especially valuable in testing. I want to widen the horizon for colleagues and companys on what they can do to appreciate them and others.

Target Audience: Tester, Test Manager, Developer, Team Leads, HR
Prerequisites: None
Level: Basic

Extended Abstract:
Ever felt different or worked with someone who you couldn’t understand? Who seemed to think somehow unlike than you? Maybe they did indeed. Are you aware that there are two main categories of human thinking: neurotypical and neurodivergent? Whereas neurotypical thinking is often described as “linear thinking” neurodivergent thinking is more “cross-linked”. And even within these categories we have a broad spectrum of diversity. I am fascinated by the differences in behavior and perception of the world that results out of this important detail.
I think differently. But that's not all. I behave differently and I have different needs. Why? I recently discovered that I have a combination of ADHD, autism incl. high sensitivity. But I adapted to the world as it is and blended in. That makes me a perfect fit for an agile environment where adapting to changing circumstances is key. I blame this part on my ADHD brain that loves discovering new things. My autistic brain on the other hand hates changes. So, I consider myself lucky that I have both of them. I developed a lot of implicit strategies to cope with it. To give an example: My family was always wondering why I used check lists so extensively, even as a child. Now I know: That was my autistic side bringing my chaotic ADHD brain under control.
I would like to share my personal story which strategies, characteristics and external enabler are helping me finding my career path. For instance, how I got from the awkward little girl that hid in the bushes to being voted “the most ‘daydreamer’” in school to me giving speeches in front of hundreds of people and taking leading roles in an international consulting company. It is a story on how I get to shine in a branch of extroverts. I hope to inspire some of my fellow testers, especially those who also sometimes feel different. I'd like to make a stand that some typical qualities make neurodivergent people especially valuable in the testing world.
Perhaps it is time to say goodbye to "linear thinking" and premature judgments. Especially in IT we can benefit a lot if we widen our view and enable change by looking beyond the horizon. That starts with acceptance - even for different ways of thinking.

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The world is constantly changing. As IT professionals, we are aware of the intrinsic changeability of projects, contexts and our business, but the events of the last years have put this into sharper focus. How will external changes shape our teams and our work?
Alex looks at what factors are at work now, and what kinds of effects will they have on how we work, and the roles of testers and software professionals. She will also look at activities on an individual and company level, to best prepare ourselves for a nebulous future.

Target Audience: Everyone
Prerequisites: None
Level: Advanced

Extended Abstract:
The world is constantly changing, and everything is impermanent. As IT professionals, we are aware of the intrinsic changeability of projects, contexts and our business, but the events of the last years have put this into sharper focus. How will external changes shape our teams and our work?
How can we shape ourselves proactively in order to be able to respond to changes, make changes or our own and even thrive? Alex looks at what factors are at work now, and what kinds of effects will they have on how we work, and the roles of testers and software professionals. She will also look at concrete activities on an individual and company level, to best prepare ourselves for a nebulous future.

In this interactive training session, we will dive into the fascinating world of exploratory testing. Exploratory testing is a mindset and approach that empowers testers to uncover hidden defects, explore the boundaries of software systems, and provide valuable feedback to improve overall quality.
Through a combination of theory, practical examples, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain a solid understanding of exploratory testing principles and techniques, and learn how to apply them effectively in their testing efforts.

Max. number of participants: 12

Target Audience: Developers, Testers, Business Analysts, Scrum Masters, Project Manager
Prerequisites: None
Level: Basic

Extended Abstract:
In this interactive and engaging 3-hour training session, we will dive into the fascinating world of exploratory testing. Exploratory testing is a mindset and approach that empowers testers to uncover hidden defects, explore the boundaries of software systems, and provide valuable feedback to improve overall quality.
Through a combination of theory, practical examples, and hands-on exercises (with a E-Commerce Platform), participants will gain a solid understanding of exploratory testing principles and techniques, and learn how to apply them effectively in their testing efforts.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced tester, this training will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a more effective and efficient explorer of software.
Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand the fundamentals of exploratory testing and its importance in software development.
2. Learn various techniques and strategies for conducting exploratory testing.
3. Develop the ability to identify high-risk areas and prioritize testing efforts during exploration.
4. Acquire practical tips for documenting and communicating exploratory testing findings.
5. Gain hands-on experience through interactive exercises to apply exploratory testing techniques.
6. Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills to uncover hidden defects.
7. Improve overall testing efficiency and effectiveness by incorporating exploratory testing into your testing process.
8. Learn how to collaborate effectively with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders during exploratory testing.
9. Gain insights into tools and technologies that can support and enhance exploratory testing activities.
10. Leave with a comprehensive understanding of exploratory testing and the confidence to apply it in real-world scenarios.

Join us for this immersive training session, and unlock the potential of exploratory testing to uncover valuable insights and improve the quality of your software products.