EuroSTAR Community Podcast

In this episode of the EuroSTAR Community Podcast, Emna Ayadi shares her perspective on quality coaching and how the role of testers is evolving in agile and DevOps environments. She explains why quality must be a collective responsibility from the earliest stages of development and how quality coaching supports teams during their transition to quality engineering. The conversation also explores the realistic use of GenAI in testing and coaching, highlighting both its potential to boost productivity and the importance of maintaining critical thinking, human interaction, and accountability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the EuroSTAR Community Podcast, Andrew Brown reflects on his journey as a long‑time EuroSTAR contributor and the motivation behind his recent book on technical debt. He reframes technical debt as a social and decision‑making problem rather than a purely technical one, sharing insights on how trade‑offs, pressure, and limited understanding shape long‑term software quality. The conversation also explores AI’s growing role in testing, Andrew’s skepticism around AI‑driven shortcuts, and his current work using simulation models to train teams in making better software development decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Rahul Parwal shares his journey from developer to passionate tester and community advocate. He discusses the importance of expanding beyond traditional testing tools, embracing exploratory practices, and building a personal testing toolkit. The conversation also dives into the evolving role of testers in an AI-driven world, highlighting the need for critical thinking, strong communication, and proof of work through portfolios to stay relevant and stand out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Ana Duarte explores the often-overlooked role of documentation in software testing and development. Drawing from her background in journalism and technical writing, she explains how clear, honest, and user-focused documentation can bridge the gap between products and users. The conversation also touches on stepping out of comfort zones, improving communication skills, and how AI can support, rather than replace, the writing process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the EuroSTAR Community Podcast, Bart Knaack shares his journey from pioneering the Test Lab concept to shaping how testers approach AI today. The conversation explores the balance between experimentation and practical thinking, highlighting how curiosity, failure, and critical thinking drive meaningful progress in software testing. Bart also challenges the overuse of AI, advocating for smarter, more intentional adoption within QA practices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the EuroSTAR Community Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Isabel Evans, a long‑time contributor to the EuroSTAR community with over 20 years of involvement. Isabel reflects on the enduring value of in‑person conferences, the power of shared experiences in testing, and her extensive research into people, usability, and the emotional landscape of testers. From her memories as a EuroSTAR chair to her thoughtful perspective on AI, societal change, and the future of testing, Isabel offers deep insights, humility, and inspiration for both current and future generations of quality professionals.Top 3 Takeaways1. Conferences build community, confidence, and shared learning.Isabel emphasises how events like EuroSTAR create essential spaces where testers realise they’re not alone—others face the same challenges, and real conversations lead to collective problem‑solving and growth.2. The future of testing requires continuous learning and adaptability.With technology evolving rapidly and unpredictably, Isabel encourages testers to stay curious, keep challenging themselves, and embrace change throughout their careers.3. AI’s impact is complex and societal—not just about jobs.Instead of optimism or pessimism, Isabel questions whether we even understand what “AI” truly is. She stresses that automation should be evaluated through a societal lens, focusing on equality, purpose, and what makes a healthy community—not just cost savings.[add_promo] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathon Wright and Leandro Melendez explore the integration of AI-driven tools into modern testing frameworks, emphasizing their role in improving efficiency, predictive analytics, and continuous delivery. The conversation also touches on open-source innovation, and the importance of collaboration in DevOps pipelines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, our community host Leandro Melendez interviews Sara Martinez Giner  about her path from analysing software releases to becoming a strong advocate for quality across the entire development process.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, our community host Leandro Melendez interviews René Rohner, who shares how Robot Framework evolved from a simple testing tool into a powerful open-source automation ecosystem. Discover why community-driven innovation matters, how keyword-driven testing empowers teams, and what’s next for automation in a world beyond code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Leandro and Rafaela talk about: Career Path and Leadership- Discover how Rafaela transitioned from QA and test automation into entrepreneurship, and how she now mentors emerging talent through The Chaincademy YouTube GitNation. 2. Engagement Through Storytelling & Testing: Learn how she connects with audiences through engaging narratives, real-world challenges, and interactive elements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Eurostar Community Podcast. For over 30 years, we have been bringing the global testing community together to share knowledge, connect, and grow. Check out EuroSTARConferences.com for our in-person conferences and access to online testing resources. Thank you for listening to this podcast.In this episode, you will hear from Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions and Rick Tracy, Test Pathfinder and EuroSTAR 2024 Speaker who works for Hapalion Consulting improving testing teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, you will hear from Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions with guest Szilard Szell, recognized tutorial and talk presenter as well as DevOps Transformation Lead and Quality Coach at Eficode. Russell and Szilard talk about keeping your team positive, the keys to quality service, and AI, among other interesting topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm.Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA.On this episode, Gek and Valliamai chat about Chatbots and AI, the passion behind being a tester and Virtual reality as the future of software testing. We hope you enjoy!Check out the current programme of talks on the EuroSTAR 2025 website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm.Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA.On this episode,you will hear from Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, Jackub Konicki - QA Manager at MakoLab and podcaster, and Adam Matłacz, CTO at Space To Grow, Poland, and EuroSTAR Speaker and tutorial lead. They talk about growing in your job with AI, the future of LLM’s and the complications from using different languages while creating with AI. We hope you enjoy!Check out the current programme of talks on the EuroSTAR 2025 website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm.Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA.On this episode, Geck and Willem talk about building chatbots, connecting with other testers and building strong communities. We hope you enjoy!Check out the current programme of talks on the EuroSTAR 2025 website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm.Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA.On this episode, Geck and Linda chat about getting over the imposter syndrome and making the right decisions, not only at work, but for your own life quality. We hope you enjoy!Check out the current programme of talks on the EuroSTAR 2025 website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, you will hear from Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, with guest Brian Jones, passionate QA professional and people centered quality leader working for 2i as QAT, as well as podcast host and popular conference presenter. Brian Jones talks about the complexities of testing AI systems and the need for new approaches and skills to handle the probabilistic nature of it.Also, he talks about music and AI. We hope you enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm.Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA.On this episode, Russell interviews Iris Pinkster O'Riordain, test advisor at Professional Testing and supporting organisations with complex testing issues since 1996. Iris talks about the importance of sustainability in the present and future of testing and AI.Iris delivered many successful tutorials at EuroSTAR and was our 2017 Programme Chair. Check out the current programme of talks on the EuroSTAR website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded LIVE at the EuroSTAR Conference in Stockholm. Thank you to our Community Hosts for Season One, Russell Craxford from the UK Department of Work and Pensions, and Gek Yeo of AIPCA. Together, they introduce this season of the EuroSTAR Community Podcast then Gek interviews Ajay Balamurugadas of GSPANN Technologies, India. Ajay was a speaker at EuroSTAR and you can see more about his talk on the 2024 Programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.